Kufri Adventure in Shimla
Distance : 16km east of
Shimla.
Altitude : 2,622 m
¤ A Paradise For Adventure Lovers
For sheer geographical diversity, few places in the world are as
richly endowed as Himachal. Rivers gurgling through deep stony gorges,
low rolling hills, peaks that are several thousand feet high, green
alpine meadows, placid lakes, so on and so forth. At the little
village of Kufri, you’ll see lengths of mountainsides draped with
pure white snow.
¤ Winter Sports In Kufri
Skiing
Kufri’s a great place for winter sports. In fact, Kufri boasts
of the oldest ski slopes in the whole of Himachal. The sport was
popularized about 20 years ago by some local youngsters. Thanks to
their efforts, the slopes at Kufri remain dotted with skiers in the
winter months.
Other Winter Sports
You can also enjoy tobogganing, hiking and horse riding here. But do
not expect European or American resort slopes or facilities. Kufri
also has heli-skiing facilities. Kufri holds the National Snow Statue
Competition sometime in January. For more details contact the HPTDC
office at Shimla.
¤ Attractions of Wildlife Parks
Do check out the Himalayan Nature Park in Kufri which has animals
like the musk deer, ibex, ghoral (goat-like stout animal), black and
brown bears and pheasants. But you won’t see much unless you’re
on a vehicle. The nearby Indira Tourist Park offers some great views.
The hike up to the Mahasu Peak through woods of spruce and deodar
(Himalayan cedar) can be good fun. The peak is crowned by a small
temple. The Mahasu Ridge also has some food slopes for skiing.
Horse Riding
Horses can be hired at Rs 30 to Rs 160 for trips around the valleys
and hills.
Himalayan Nature Park
Open 1000-1700hrs; Entrance Fee: Rs 10; extra charge for camera.
¤ Facilities
Accommodation
Try the Kufri Holiday Resort
Transport
Kufri is a regular stop for buses that travel between Shimla and
Narkanda or up to Rampur (via Fagu). Taxis are also available.
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