INTRODUCTION
( KUFRI )
The
Hill Station Kufri is just 16 kms from Shimla, at the height of
 2,633
mts, famous for its trekking and hiking trails. It is also known
for nature parks and picnic spots. It also has a Potato Research
Station. It is famous for winter sports. This place is also full
of lush green hills. The region around Shimla including Kufri was
once a part of the Kingdom of Nepal.
This
region remained obscure from the rest of the world until the British
discovered it in 1819. The British made Shimla their summer capital
in 1864 and it remained so until 1939. As Shimla gained importance,
Kufri also began to be recognized as an important place to visit.
An annual winter sports festival is organized every year in the
month of February in Kufri, when skiing enthusiasts and adventure
seekers participate in this festival. There are plans to suspend
tourist operations.It is famous for it's ski slopes, and panoramic
views where deep valleys and forests rise towards the lofty Himalayas.
Through thick cedar woods one can walk upto the Mahasu Peak, or
visit the little zoo. At Kufri, National Snow Statue Competition
is held in the month of January. From Kufri, a fascinating drive
leads on to Chail. 6 kms from Kufri, along the Hindustan-Tibet road,
is Fagu. It presents breathtaking scenery.
KUFRI (History)
The
region around Shimla including Kufri was once a part of the Kingdom
of Nepal. This region remained obscure from the rest of the world
until the British discovered it in 1819. The British made Shimla
their summer capital in 1864 and it remained so until 1939. As Shimla
gained importance, Kufri also began to be recognized as an important
place to visit near Shimla.
KUFRI
(Location)
Kufri
is located in the southern part of the state of Himachal Pradesh,India.
It is situated at an altitude of 2,510 m above sea level amongst
the foothills of the Himalayas. It is 13 km from Shimla.
KUFRI (Places
to See)
Kufri
is a small hill station. It is famous for its beautiful and cool
refreshing atmosphere that pervades it. In summers, travelers can
enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding verdant valleys and
snow-capped peaks. There are a number of picnic spots, hiking and
trekking trails in and around Kufri.Travelers can explore Kufri
and its surrounding areas also on horseback. They can hike through
thick forest around Kufri to the Mahasu Peak. The other places to
visit in Kufri are the Himalayan Nature Park, which has a collection
of animals and birds found only in Himachal Pradesh, and the Indira
Tourist Park, which is near the Himalayan Nature Park and provides
panoramic view of the locations around Kufri. In winters, the snow-covered
slopes of Kufri come alive with skiers and other visitors.
KUFRI
(Excursion)
Shimla
Shimla,
the capital state of Himachal Pradesh is only 13 km from Kufri and
an important destination on the tourist map of India. The British
developed Shimla as an important hill station and the summer capital
of India to escape from the heat of Delhi. This sprawling hill station
set amongst the picturesque Shivalik range and Shimla hills has
a number of tourist spots and important temples, apart from its
beautiful natural surroundings.
Fagu
Fagu
is another interesting place in the vicinity of Kufri.Fagu, is 6
km from Kufri, is an interesting picnic spot set amongst forests
and orchards.
KUFRI
(When to visit)
The
best time to visit Kufri is in summers, between April and June.
However, one may also the place between December and February to
enjoy snowfall and skiing.
KUFRI
(Weather)
The
weather in Kufri is alpine. Summers (April-June) are mild while
winters (November-February) are cold. It experiences southwestern
monsoon rains in July-September. It experiences heavy snowfall in
December-January.
KUFRI (Fairs &
Festivals)
A
winter sports festival is organized every year in the month of February
in Kufri.
KUFRI
(Travel Information)
Kufri does not have an airport or a railway station the only mode
of transport is Road.
Languages
: Hindi, Himachali, English
Best Time to Visit :
April-June
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