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Fast Facts
| Altitude |
2,510 metres |
| Languages |
Hindi, English, Himachali |
| Best time to visit |
April-June and November -February |
Introduction
Kufri is a beautiful hill station located near Shimla. Kufri is popular for its trekking trails and hiking. It is one of the most popular destinations for adventure lovers in Himachal Pradesh. Many skiing enthusiasts tour Kufri in winter, when the hill resort dons the white sheet of snow.
Location
Kufri is located about 19 kilometres from Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. The hill resort is located in the southern part of the state at an altitude of 2,510 metres above sea level.
History
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.
Places to visit
Many tourists extend their tour to Shimla and visit Kufri. The pine scented air and the beautiful views around, attract travellers to this serene hill resort. There are a number of beautiful spots that one can visit when in Kufri. Kufri is an ideal hill station for trekking and hiking. You can even explore the various beautiful sights in Kufri on horseback. Hiking through the wooded forest to Mahasu Peak is a wonderful experience. You can also visit to the Himalayan Nature Park, which has a number of animals and birds. The other place worth visiting in Kufri is Indira Tourist Park.
Sites nearby
Shimla is one of the most beautiful places that you can visit from Kufri. Shimla is one of the most popular hill resorts in Himachal Pradesh and attracts a number of tourists every year. Shimla offers a wholesome experience to a traveler. Fagu is another wonderful spot near Kufri that one can visit.
Visiting time 
Most people prefer to travel to Kufri during summer months, but those interested in skiing, tour Kufri in winter. The best time to tour Kufri is from April to June in summer and November to February in winter.
Fairs and festivals
Kufri is the venue for annual sports festival that takes place every month in February. The festival is an ideal occasion to tour Kufri as many skiing enthusiasts and adventure lovers throng the hill resort.
How to reach
As Kufri does not have an airport and railway station, the hill station can be reached through Shimla, which is about 19 kilometres away.
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