Ski resorts in the desert are like mirages. Photographer Jordan Manley followed the skier's trail to Dubai, where the world’s most unlikely snow scenes were to appear. This luxury capital stands in the middle of the desert and is home to Ski Dubai, the world's largest indoor ski resort.
MOUNTAIN
This "Snow Mountain" in the heart of Dubai is located in a shopping mall with a 60-meter-high, 400-meter-long snow course.
In sharp contrast with the high temperature of about 40 degrees outside, in this unexpected space, artificial snowfall occurs every day. The desalinated seawater plus hundreds of refrigerators create this desert miracle.
LOCALS
At the same time, a peculiar ski community has gradually formed here. Local skiers have different careers and backgrounds, but they gather here for the same hobby.
Mansoor (Emilio, 21 years old)
Mansoor is one year old and enjoys freestyle and speed. Every weekend will come to ski, but he never slides outdoors.
Ric (Australian-American, 63 years old)
Ric was skiing for the first time here. As a teacher, he has used the ski resort in Dubai as a snow-capped mountain for his own home.
Rich (Scottish)
Rich is on a global tour and he learned to ski at his indoor ski resort in Glasgow, Scotland.
Maya and Adam (French)
Maya and Adam often go skiing in the Alps in their home country, but this year they can only stay in Dubai for skiing.
Jim (American)
Jim is an advisor to Qatar Airways and he will never miss the opportunity to ski in the desert.
Rashid (Emilati, 27 years old)
Rashid insists on practicing at indoor ski resorts, hoping to one day explore the wild snow trails in North America.
Nick (Australian)
Nick can be said to travel all over the world because he knows that Dubai has a ski resort and he accepted a local job.
Naranjan (Nepalese)
After leaving the top of the world to work in Dubai, Naranjan learned to ski on this 60-meter-high snow slope and looked forward to returning home to Nepal for skiing.
Mohammed (Moroccan, 26 years old)
Mohammed grew up in Morocco. His father was a ski guide and participated in European skiing competitions. He moved to Dubai for pure skiing.
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