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
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.
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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.
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.
Hilly terrain is a dynamic landscape characterized by rolling or steep slopes, varying elevations, and a mix of hills, ridges, valleys, and plateaus. These features are the result of geological processes such as tectonic movements, erosion, and weathering over time.