Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Kufri, Himachal Pradesh

Lying within easily accessible distance from Shimla, Kufri (2,501 m) is a never-to-be-missed spot for visitors to Himachal Pradesh. In fact, Kufri has gained so much prominence that getting back from Shimla without visiting Kufri can quite be an act of blasphemy. Even the history of both the destinations, Kufri and Shimla, are interlinked. In the bygone years, Shimla, its surrounding areas and Kufri together formed an important part of the Kingdom of Nepal. You have enough adventure options at Kufri to indulge in, aside from getting to feast your eyes on the virgin beauty of this tiny hill resort. Ideal time to visit Kufri (Himachal Pradesh) is between mid-May and mid-October.

Kufri (Himachal Pradesh) Tourist Attractions

A trip to the tiny-yet-exotic Kufri is quite a visual delight for holidaymakers. Whether you are looking for some unusual sight are in search of high-adrenaline activities, Kufri can be a destination of your choice. Given below is a list of tourist attractions in Kufri.


Mahasu Peak
This the most elevated point at Kufri. An exciting trek leads you up to the top of the peak. Apart from that, once you are there, you can have wonderful views of the Kedarnath and Badrinath ranges as well.


Indira Tourist Park
The park occupies a position close to the Himalayan National Park. Here, you can spend some time at the cafe run by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Department . Exciting pony and yak rides also await the visitors inside the park.


Fagu

Those who are in search of a nice picnic spot can head straight to the village of Fagu, 6 km from Kufri. A three-km-long trek till Chharabra is a wonderful option for trekkers. The village looks over the Giri Valley.

Skiing in Kufri
Kufri during winters is a big draw for skiers from across the globe. From a beginner's run and an advanced slope to slalom run, Kufri is simply irresistible. Beginners can choose to go for various ski courses that are offered by the Himachal Tourism. The Winter Sports Festival, which is held annually, also invites a good number of adventurers and holidaymakers.


Kufri Air/Rail/Road Links
The Jubbarhatti Airport of Shimla, which is 19 km away, serves as the closest air-link. Those who are arriving by rail routes can first reach Kalka, from where they can take up the narrow gauge railway track to Shimla. At Shimla, you can hire frequently running cabs and taxis to get to Kufri. Road routes link Kufri to Narkanda and Rampur as well.

Kufri Hotels (Himachal Pradesh)
Toshali Royal View Resort
Hotel Kufri Pacific
Kufri Holiday Resort

Snow View Resort ( Mahindra Holidays & Resorts )

3 comments:

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Unknown said...

Whoever goes to this place will not come back unless he visits kufri. It is the nice place which the most of the tourist like to have this place in the days of vacation. I too have been to this place along with my family members and it was one of the most romantic time which we people could spend there. Thanks a lot for the most beautiful and the most informative lines which you have shared with us. This will be very much useful to the most of the tourist who are in needs of the this types of the package. This place is also best suited for the honeymooners to spend out the honeymoon in the most romantic ways.