The Union comprises mountain resorts from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
Its primary objective is to strengthen cooperation among mountain resorts of Turkic States and to enhance collaborative relations within the framework of partnership The Union of the Turkic Ski Resorts was established on September 23, 2024, with the support of the Organization of Turkic States. Its primary objective is to strengthen cooperation among mountain resorts of Turkic States, to enhance collaborative relations within the framework of partnership as well as to exchange experiences.
The 2nd Summit of the Union of the Turkic Ski Resorts (UTSR), organized with the support of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), was held at Amirsoy Mountain Resort in Uzbekistan under the theme "From Peaks to Prosperity: The Joint Development of Mountain and Ski Resorts in Turkic States and Their Integration into Global Tourism."
02/08/2026
The 2nd Summit of the Union of Turkic Ski Resorts Held in Uzbekistan
The 2nd Summit of the Union of the Turkic Ski Resorts , organized with the support of the Türk Devletleri Teşkilatı - Organization of Turkic States, was held at Amirsoy Mountain Resort in Uzbekistan under the theme "From Peaks to Prosperity: The Joint Development of Mountain and Ski Resorts in Turkic States and Their Integration into Global Tourism."
The Summit brought together senior executives and representatives of mountain and ski resorts, as well as government officials from Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Türkiye.
The official opening ceremony featured a presentation highlighting the Union's key achievements over the past two years, including its major projects, international meetings, and sporting events organized during both the summer and winter seasons.
In his opening remarks, Rustam Najafov, Chairman of the Union of Turkic Ski Resorts, emphasized that within just two years the Union has evolved into an important platform for cooperation, strengthening collaboration among member resorts, promoting joint initiatives, and contributing to the international recognition of the Turkic world's mountain and winter tourism potential as a unified tourism destination.
He noted that the Union's continuous expansion, its growing reputation across the Turkic world, the strengthening of international partnerships, and the increase in membership from four to nine resorts clearly demonstrate its sustainable development and its emergence as one of the leading mountain tourism platforms in the region.
Speaking at the Summit, Rustamjon Raimjanov, General Director of Amirsoy Mountain Resort, stated that cooperation in mountain tourism among the Turkic States has entered a new stage of development. He noted that bringing together the experience, tourism potential, and rich cultural heritage of the Turkic States would lay a strong foundation for building a unified, competitive, and internationally recognized mountain and winter tourism brand.
He further stressed that strengthening ties among member resorts, implementing joint projects, and promoting common initiatives would significantly enhance the international visibility of the Turkic world's mountain tourism opportunities while reinforcing the region's position in the global tourism market.
As part of the Summit, panel discussions and presentations focused on expanding cooperation among member resorts, developing joint projects, promoting mountain tourism during the summer season, establishing tourism infrastructure that meets international standards, strengthening public-private partnerships, addressing the impact of climate change and global conflicts on tourism, implementing preventive measures against emerging challenges, integrating artificial intelligence into resort operations, and developing a highly skilled workforce for the tourism sector.
During the event, in accordance with the Union's Charter, the Chairmanship of the Union was officially transferred from Azerbaijan to Kazakhstan. Membership certificates were also presented to the newly admitted member resorts.
The Union of Turkic Ski Resorts was established in September 2024 with the support of the Organization of Turkic States. Today, the Union brings together nine mountain and ski resorts from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Türkiye.
The 3rd Summit of the Union of Turkic Ski Resorts will be hosted by Erciyes Mountain Resort in Kayseri, Türkiye.
TÜR: Palandöken Kayak Merkezi, 6 Haziran’da sıra dışı ve heyecan verici bir etkinliğe ev sahipliği yaptı. Artık üçüncü kez düzenlenen geleneksel “Babalar Yarışı”, Haziran ayında bile karlı zirvelerin keyfini çıkarmak isteyen adrenalin tutkunları babaları bir araya getirdi.
ENG: Palandöken Ski Resort hosted an unusual and exciting event on June 6. The traditional “Fathers’ Race,” now held for the third consecutive year, brought together adrenaline-seeking fathers who wanted to enjoy snowy peaks even in June.
27/05/2026
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07/05/2026
A proud milestone for the Erciyes Ski Resort!
The Union of Turkic Ski Resorts is pleased to share remarkable news from our esteemed member, Erciyes Kayak Merkezi Erciyes Mountain Resort.
Following the recent selection of Kayseri as the 2029 World Capital of Sport by ACES (European Capitals of Sport Federation), Erciyes Ski Resort has officially been invited to participate in the 2nd ACES Mountaineering Congress, to be held in Folgaria, İtaly, from 22–24 May 2026.
At this prestigious international gathering, bringing together leading mountain and ski resort executives from Andorra, Croatia, Finland, Italy, Slovenia, and Türkiye, Erciyes Ski Resort will proudly stand as the sole representative of Türkiye.
We are confident that Erciyes’ presence on such an important platform will not only enhance its global visibility, but also further strengthen the international profile of the Union of the Turkic Ski Resorts , showcase the collective potential of our member destinations, and create new opportunities for strategic cooperation across the Turkic world.
We congratulate Erciyes Ski Resort on this important achievement and wish them great success in representing both Türkiye and our Union on the global stage.
ENG: Starting today, the summer season at Shymbulak Mountain Resort has opened. Shymbulak invites you to the mountains for fresh air, beautiful scenery, and a true holiday atmosphere. Summer in Shymbulak is not only about nature but also about active leisure, various activities, and bright emotions.
KZ: Бүгіннен бастап Shymbulak тау-шаңғы курортында жазғы маусым ашылды. Shymbulak-та таза ауа, әдемі пейзаж және нағыз демалыс атмосферасы үшін тауға шақырамыз. Shymbulak-тағы жаз — тек табиғат қана емес, сонымен қатар белсенді демалыс, түрлі іс-шаралар мен жарқын эмоциялар.
RUS: С сегодняшнего дня на Shymbulak открывается летний сезон! Shymbulak приглашает всех вас в горы за свежим воздухом, красивыми пейзажами и атмосферой настоящего отдыха. Лето в Shymbulak — это не только природа, но и активный досуг, мероприятия и яркие эмоции.
20/03/2026
Happy Holy Ramadan and Novruz!
May the blessed month of Ramadan bring you peace, mercy, and spiritual fulfillment, and may Novruz fill your home with joy, renewal, and prosperity.
17/03/2026
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