How to get there: Kufri is a tiny hill station located 19-kms from Shimla on National Highway No-22.
By Airways: The nearest airport is Shimla Airport which is around 35 km far away from the Kufri.
By Railways: The nearest railway station is Shimla Railway station, which is 20 km far away from the Kufri.
By Roadways: There are regular buses ply from Shimla, Narkanda, and Rampur to Kufri. Travelers can also hire taxis from Shimla to reach Kufri. The area around Kufri can be explored on horseback.
With its glorious views of forested slopes and tall ranges iced in a covering of perpetual snow, Kufri will keep you spellbound by its enchanting beauty. Also known as "The Switzerland of the East,” the refreshing atmosphere with its exotic flora and fauna will inspire and rejuvenate you.
Kufri is situated at a height of about 2500m above sea level. It is 16 km on NH 22 is this small town known for skiing during winter. Once just a kufer or pond, Kufri today has developed into an exotic holiday destination. There is also the Himalayan Aviary harboring some mountain birds including Monal, the state bird of Himachal. In summers one can do horse and yak riding on the green meadows. One can trek to the Mahasu peak for some adventure. Some resorts have come up around Kufri on the Kufri-Chail road for those seeking abode away from the maddening crowds of Shimla.
Some great Hiking, some skiing, some beautiful scenes and a cool environment that’s what Kufri is all about. It is famous for its trekking and hiking trails. Adventure-seeking travelers throng Kufri in winters to enjoy skiing and tobogganing along its snow-covered slopes. The Skiing season spreads between November to February and the tourist inflow is at its peak during winters.
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History of the City
The region around Shimla including Kufri was once part of the Kingdom of Nepal. The region came into light only when the British discovered Shimla and the surrounding areas in 1819. Shimla was the summer retreat of the British during the Raj era.
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way to kufri
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Fairs & Festivals : Annual Winter Sports Festival Adventurous Activity, Horse/Yak Safari, Winter sports festival
