Skiing in Himachal :
Kufri
: Kufri in district Shimla is the - winter sports capital -
situated 13 kms. from the Ridge, at an altitude of 2,622 meters. It
is ideal for skiing. In the past years it has become a big centre of
attraction for the tourists during winter. From December to March it
wears its white winter garb, with snow trimmings on its tall green pines
and deodars. Its undulating slopes are fashioned by nature to exhilarate
lovers of winter sports.
Narkanda : It commands a unique view of the eternal
snow line and the dense forest. A quaint sleepy hamlet. From here, you
get breathtaking view of the snow clad Himalayas. 'Hatu Peak' at an
altitude of 3,143 meters above sea level ai 8 km. from Narkanda. In
winter, there are exciting ski slopes to Ski on.
Nestled in the picturesque ranges of Himachal, Narkanda at a height
of 3143 Mts. is a quiet town, 64 kms from Shimla. In winter it coats
itself with thick, soft snow turning its gentle slopes into an excellent
playground. The pleasure of skiing makes Narkanda an attractive destination
for many during the winter months. Some of the very steep and smooth
slopes hereafter a different kind of skiing experience. These slopes
especially appeal to the cross country skier for. Narkanda is set amid
fine coniferous forests.
Heli Skiing in Himachal :
The
sport is immediately available in the area bound by the Hanuman Tibba,
Rohtand Pass, Deo Tibba and Chanderkhani Pass - near the resort town
on Manali. A major feature is the compactness of the heli-skiing area.
A sortie of ten minutes can carry the skiers to the top of a 14,000
foot high slope.
Manali : Manali with its unspoilt scenic grandeur is
extremely popular with the tourists, for a lavish display of natural
scenery. It is one of the principal show places of the Kullu region.
To its North, South and West are an ostentation of pinnacles and ridges
which, in fine weather, stand out in bold relief against skyline. At
the lower elevation and in every direction there are vivid green patches
of grassland and evergreen valleys ascending in irregular formation
present probably the best view in the country.
In winter is a fairy-tale town holding out an irresistible invitation
to the skiers and snow-lovers. Located at a height of 6,000 ft. to 7000
ft., it offers breathtaking ski gradients at Solang Nala. Between December
and May ski enthusiasts from all over the world are attracted to this
Himalayan resort.
Its smooth-curved ridges and escarpments promise unmatched exhilaration
both to expert skiers as well as beginners. Those on a maiden adventure
can learn the exciting sport on some of the gentle slopes and gradients
with the help of experts. A winter carnival held around the middle of
February is a major attraction for the skiers.
