Kufri

About Kufri:

The region around Shimla including Kufri was once a part of the Kingdom of Nepal until the area was ceded to the British Raj as part of the Sugauli Treaty. This region remained obscure from the rest of the world until the  Read More

Must Know Tips For Explorers Visiting Kufri

Kufri's most well-known attraction is the Himalayan Nature Park, a high-altitude zoo with a diverse array of plant and animal life. Tourists go to Mahasu Peak to take in the breathtaking scenery of the snowy hill station.

Best Time To Visit The Kufri

November to june

PinCode

171012

Transport

Place Type

Peaceful Place

City/State

Shimla / Himachal Pradesh

Geography

Longitude: 77.267815, Latitude: 31.097858

History of Kufri

The region around Shimla including Kufri was once a part of the Kingdom of Nepal until the area was ceded to the British Raj as part of the Sugauli Treaty. This region remained obscure from the rest of the world until the British 'discovered' it in 1819.

 

Facts Of The Place

Kufri is a resort hill station in the district of Shimla, India. It is located 20 km (12 mi) from the state capital Shimla on the National Highway No. 22. On the Kufri Avenue, the main thoroughfare, boutiques and restaurants mix with Indian-style hotels and souvenir shops are to look for during a visit.

The name Kufri is derived from the word kufr meaning "lake" in the local language. The highest point in the surrounding region,[1] Kufri has a Himalayan wildlife zoo which hosts rare antelopes, felines and birds including the Himalayan monal, the state bird of Himachal Pradesh until 2007. During winter a meandering path through the potato plantations turns into a popular ski track.

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