Savour Beauty and Adventure in Kufri Himachal Pradesh

Kufri is a small yet spectacular hill station, lying at the foothills of Himalayas. Known for its scenic beauty, the place beckons hordes of tourists from all across the world. It is perched on a height of 2,510 m above the sea level. Its proximity to the famous hill station of Shimla makes it an important place to visit.

Kufri Hill Station Tour

Some of the most popular attractions of Kufri include:

The Himalayan National Park

It is among the most favourite tourist attractions in Himachal Pradesh. This great national park houses more than 180 species of birds and rare mammals. It is a wonderful bio-diversity and eco-tourism hub. Travellers can spot snow leopards, musk deer, pheasants and rare animals. Adventure enthusiasts can indulge in trekking, organized by the park rangers at Sai Ropa Tourist Centre. Other attractions include some locals’ fairs and festivals that are organized nearby.

Mahasu Peak

On your Kufri hill station travel, tourists can visit Mahasu Peak. It boasts of being the highest peak in the region of Kufri. From here, visitors can also enjoy bird's eye view of the surroundings. The path that takes you to the peak is adventurous, enclosed by dense forests. Mahasu Ridge is also the best bet for people who are interested in skiing. The slopes at this peak are ideal for beginners. Dedicated to a Serpent God, The Nag Devta Temple is another attraction of the place. Tourists can enjoy a short hike from Kufri that takes you through forests of Himalayan cedars.

Indira Tourist Park

Lying near the Himalayan National Park, it boasts of the stunning views of the Himalayas. Peaceful ambiance, refreshing climate and a beautiful coffee shop are the other attractions of the place. The park is around 19 km from Shimla and 6 km from Fagu.

Yak and Horse Riding

While embarking on a Kufri hill station tour, do not miss out the Yak or Horse Riding at Kufri. This is another interesting way to explore this wonderful destination.

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Adventure in Kufri

Kufri hills offer ample opportunities to enjoy adventure. Tourists can indulge in various adventure sport activities like skiing, trekking, paragliding and river rafting. Kufri adventure travel delights you with its trekking and hiking trials. Adventure-lovers visit Kufri in winters to enjoy skiing along its snow-covered slopes.

Winter Sports

Being a popular hill station, Kufri also invites tourists to indulge in fun of adventure sports. It holds the National Snow Statue Competition in January. Adventure buffs can also enjoy heli-skiing.

Kufri, Himachal Pradesh is an enchanting tourist destination to visit. Adding charm to Himachal Pradesh Tourism, Kufri is a great place to visit.

A Revitalizing Trip to Dharamshala

His Holiness The Dalai Lama was actually a lucky charm for Chennai Super Kings! Yes, this time my excursion & my last holiday trip were associated with the high on IPL cricket tournament. I planned for a two day trip to Dharamshala (lying on the spur of the Dhauladhar range in Himachal Pradesh), and luckily my friend arranged for 2 passes for Kings XI Punjab VS Chennai Super Kings match there. All this raised my excitement level several times.

A Revitalizing Trip to Dharamshala

I boarded my train from Delhi and arrived Pathankot, which is the nearest broad gauge railway terminal to Dharamshala. While covering the rest of distance by a cab, I stopped for a quick bite at a roadside dhaba to enjoy morning breakfast. I was willing to relax for a while in my hotel, but the hidden wanderer and explorer somewhere inside me pushed towards the divine greens of Kangra town. The place is wooded with oak and conifer trees and snow capped mountains enfold three sides of the town. My exploration started with Mcleodganj, located 9 km from Dharamshala. This is the place that serves as a headquarter of His Holiness The Dalai Lama. There I came to know that His Holiness The Dalai Lama himself would be going to Dharamshala in the evening to watch the match in the beautiful Cricket stadium overlooking mighty Dhauladhar. I spotted a few Tibetan shops there that sell authentic handicrafts.

In the day-time I explored places like Bhagsunag falls (11 km from Dharamshala), Dal lake (12 km from Dharamshala), St. John's Church (8 km) and War Memorial (3 km). And in the evening, I relished my senses with an awesome cricket match in this picturesque hill station. The auspicious presence of His Holiness The Dalai Lama blessed Chennai Super Kings and made the team enter the Semi-Finals by defeating Kings XI Punjab.

Next day, I planned short visits to places like Dharamkot (11 km) and Jawalamukhi Temple (54 km). While getting back to my hotel for check out, I spend an hour at Kotwali Bazar, a general shopping area in Dharamshala. In short, the divine scenic beauty, calmness and serenity at Dharamshala simply rejuvenated my senses. Spending days amidst high pine trees, tea gardens, and timber yielding trees was remarkable. Moreover, it exhibited the unique Tibetan art, cultures and traditions.