Bathing at a ski resort, at an elevation of 1300 meters above sea level, with water temperature at 21 degrees Celsius and all for free sounds incredibly intriguing. Did you know that this summer attraction is located in Palama, just 20 kilometers from Sarajevo?
The
ski center "Ravna planina" is situated in the Gornje Pale settlement
and is well-known as a frequent choice for residents of Sarajevo when it comes
to weekend getaways or day trips.
Due to
its close proximity to the Olympic mountain Jahorina, Ravna planina gains even
more attractiveness as a destination, attracting numerous tourists with its
beauty. The ski center "Ravna planina" offers 12.5 kilometers of ski
slopes, groomed to the highest modern standards.
Among
its offerings, the ski center "Ravna planina" features a ski lift
capable of accommodating 800 skiers per hour, a ski kindergarten, a baby lift,
and a gondola - a cable car - for transporting skiers and all interested
visitors, which until now was only available in world-class ski resorts.
This gondola, as part of the Jahorina Express project, is the only one of its kind in Bosnia and Herzegovina, consisting of 19 cabins, each capable of carrying 10 skiers, amounting to 2200 skiers per hour.
The
gondola operates from the restaurant "Gondola" to the top of the main
slope, where artificial snow lakes and another new facility, the "Gondola
Cabin", are located. From this location, all visitors can enjoy an
exceptional view that stretches from Pale and Sarajevo on one side to Jahorina,
Zlatibor, Romanija, and beyond on the other.
The
purpose of this gondola is not only to be used during the winter season but
also to be actively utilized throughout the year for panoramic sightseeing,
providing a unique experience.
In
addition to its diverse offerings during the winter season, the ski center
"Ravna Planina" seriously aims to develop into a true recreational
hub, as plans for the summer season include biking trails, hiking paths,
zip-lining, swimming in the lakes, and many other activities for active
enjoyment of nature.