The hills of India have all the ingredients for adventure packed with excitement and thrills and lots of unexplored valleys, towering peaks and snow-capped mountains and glaciers. A splendid combination of flora & fauna and vast tracts of virgin snow awaits you.
Lace up the boots, strap on the skis and zip up the sports gear we're heading to the spectacular ski slopes of India. The nation has a host of alpine-like playgrounds where skiers can dash through the snow by day and slumber in cosy comfort by night.
Skiing requires speed and skate skis on a prepared track. Edges provide stopping control and the construction of the ski is much tougher. Check with ski clubs in the area for more information. Most clubs hold classes for beginners throughout the winter season. Good skiing requires a lot of practice, patience and energy. Pay attention to posted signs, ski in control & don't ski in closed areas
Skiing Places in India:
Kufri, H.P
Location: Himachal Pradesh
Altitude: 2,510 m
Discovered in: 1819
Main Attractions: Annual Winter Sports Festival and the Carnival
Places of Interest: Mashru Peak, Himalayan Nature Park
Best Time To Visit: April to June & November to February
Narkanda, H.P.
Location: Himachal Pradesh
Altitude: 2,708m
Places Of Interest: Hattu Peak, Hattu MataTemple
Best Time To Visit: December to March
Manali, H.P.
Location: Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Higest Skiing Altitude: 14,000-Feet
Ice Skating Season: December To February
Auli, Uttaranchal
Location: Garhwal Himalayas
Altitude : 2500-3000m Above Sea Level
Specialty: Skiing Resort
Nearby Attraction: Badrinath
Best Time To Visit: April to June & November to February
Munsiyari, Uttaranchal
Location: Pithoragarh (Uttar Pradesh)
Specialty: Skiing Resort
Altitude: 2135m Above Sea Level
Nearest Town: Jauljibi
Best Time To Visit: April to June & November to February
Shimla
Ice Skating Season: December To February
Main Attractions: Skating Competions
Ice Skating Season: December To February
Precautions while Ice Skiing :
Enroll in at least one skiing or snow boarding lesson to start off on the right track.
Use caution when entering and exiting the ski lift.
Do not ski out of control or go too fast.
Be aware of other people on the slope.
Wear a ski helmet and eye protection.
Wear sun protection, even on cloudy days.
Never ski alone. Young children should always be supervised by an adult.
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