Himachal has number of ranges of slopes for skiing, including a beginner's run, an advanced slope and a slalom run. Manali (Kullu) offers a variety of courses and facilities for skiing. Kufri, near Shimla is one of the oldest places in India to be associated with skiing and the slopes are still in use during winter. Above Kufri, the Mahasu ridge also has good slopes. Comprehensive facilities exist at Narkanda, 64 km from Shimla. |
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A ten minutes ride can carry the skiers to the top of a 14000 feet high slope followed by the thrilling experience of skiing down the slope. For high mountain thrills perhaps nothing can surpass the magic of heli-skiing. The sport is available in the area bound by Hanuman Tibba, Rohtang Pass, Deo Tibba and Chanderkhani Pass near the resort town of Manali (Kullu). A major feature is the compactness of heli skiing area. |