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About
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Kufri is a small scenic hill station at the foothills of
Himalayas, it is located at the southern part of the state of
Himachal Pradesh and is known for its pleasing climate and
scenic beauty. It is a pleasant location near the imposing
hill station Shimla. Kufri, perched at a height of 2,510 m
above the sea level, it is famous for its picturesque trekking
and hiking trails. It is located about 13 kms from the state
capital Shimla on the National Highway No.22. This place got
its name from the word ‘kufr’, which means ‘lake’ in the local
language. This place witness tourists all round the year, due
to the many attractions associated with it.
Adventurous travelers prefer to visit Kufri during winters to
experience and enjoy the skiing and to bogganing along its
snow clad mountainous slopes. Wonderful nature parks and
scenic spots in the backdrop of natural settings are prime
attractions in Kufri. Kufri is located at 31.10°N 77.25°E. It
has an average elevation of 2,743 metres (9,000 feet).
Kufri is the highest point in the surrounding region, Kufri
has a Himalayan Wild Life Zoo which hosts rare Antelopes,
Felines and Birds including Himalayan Monal, the state bird of
Himachal Pradesh. During winter a meandering path through the
potato plantations turns into a popular Ski track.
Kufri is a summer resort away from the busy life of urbanized
regions. Those who seek quiet vacation in a cool and pleasant
ambiance, picturesque environs and regions offering
challenging and adventurous activities can opt for travel to
Kufri. Tourists can enjoy the imposing panoramic views of the
verdant valley and the snow clad foothills of Himalayas. A
horseback ride to explore the amazing hilly regions is an
experience not to miss. Hiking and trekking through lusting
green dense forests surrounding Kufri are really challenging.
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History of Kufri |
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The region around Shimla including Kufri was once a part of the
Kingdom of Nepal until the area was ceded to the British Raj as
part of the Sugauli Treaty. This region remained obscure from
the rest of the world until the British 'discovered' it in 1819. |
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Tourist Atractions in Kufri |
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Kufri Fun World
Kufri Fun World is an amusement park to enjoy the whole day.
This park is an excellent destination for family to make a
memorable day. Kufri Fun World is equipped with various pools,
rides and world's highest go-kart track. Huge number of
children, teenagers and adults visit this place.
Indira Tourist Park
The Indira Tourist Park is near the Himalayan Nature Park, it
provides a panoramic view of the locations around.
Chini Bunglow
It is the Kufri bungalow which is well-known for its
architecture and statues.
Mahasu Peak
One can hike through thick forest around Kufri to the Mahasu
Peak which is the highest peak in Kufri. |
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Activities in Kufri |
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There is an array of things to do in Kufri. The chilling
place like Kufri offers some of the most amazing winter
sports such as skating and skiing. These activities are
basically performed during winters when thick snow covers
the slopes of the mountains of Kufri. Sports lovers can
also make it a point to witness the annual Winter Sports
Festival. One can make it a point to witness the fairs and
festivals of Kufri including the festival of Vinayak
Chaturthi.
This place is also popular for various adventure
activities like camping, hiking, and trekking. Adventure
enthusiasts can enjoy different sports like Horse Riding,
Skiing, Tobogganing, and go-karting during their stay at
Kufri. Apart from adventurous activities, horses are also
used for travelling to inaccessible places.
Moreover, tourists can also plan to go for excursions to
Shimla which is very close to Kufri Or else, Fagu is also
an interesting spot for excursion.
Other activities to get involved in include horse rides or
yak rides that are the must do things as one comes to
Kufri. All the adventure and winter sports of Kufri are
likely to make everyone glued to this place.
Adventure in Kufri
Trekking
Trekking is an amazing way to discover the beauty of
nature that cannot be visited by any other means. There
are no expert crafted trekking tours in Kufri and tourists
can very much explore these areas on their own. The most
common trekking route in Kufri is to reach Kufri from
Shimla, which is 19 kms away.
Skiing
Skiing in Kufri is a highly entertaining adventurous sport
beckoning the adventurous tourists to participate. In
winter, thousands of tourists assemble to Mahasu Bridge in
Kufri for Skiing in the snow capped slopes.
Horse Riding
Horse riding is one of the most popular activity which
tourists can enjoy in Kufri. It is not only a leisure but
also to reach some places horses are the sole means of
travel. Horse riding is must in Kufri in order to explore
the highland of Kufri. Starting from the base of Himalayan
National Park, tourists can enjoy a visit to the apple
orchards and temples. On a clear evening, the exciting
sunset at the Himalayan ranges can also be enjoyed. |
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Best Time to Visit Kufri |
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Summers in Kufri are pleasant with temperature hovering between
12 and 19 degree Celsius. Monsoon months remain cold with sparse
showers. During winters, the temperature drops below zero
degrees Celsius. It is the best time to experience snowfall.
November to February is the best time to indulge in skiing.
March-October is the best time to visit Kufri. |
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How to reach Kufri |
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By Rail
The nearest railhead is at Shimla in narrow gauge rail route and
Broad Gauge railway station is at Kalka (100 km).
By Road
Buses link Kufri with Shimla, Narkanda and Rampur. State owned
transport buses and private deluxe buses are available from
Shimla to Kufri.
By Air
The nearest airport to Kufri is Jubbarbhatti Airport near Shimla
which is at a distance of about 13 kms from Kufri. Regular
flights are available from this airport to Delhi. Taxi services
are available at the airport. International tourists can avail
connecting flights at Delhi. |
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