Kufri, nestling 8000 ft above sea level, is a small hill station in Shimla district. It is located at a distance of 16 km from central Shimla, on NH-22. The scenic environs and snow-capped landscapes attract tourists from all parts of the country and abroad. Nature does its best in Kufri to amaze onlookers at every turn.

This picturesque destination has various places of interest, each of which is worth visiting. During winters, hills in Kufri serve as popular spots for skiing. The highest peak in Kufri – Mahasu Peak is covered with thick forests and is another tourist hot spot. The hill station also has a Himalayan Nature Park, which serve as home to several common and rare animal species like hangal, brown bear and Himalayan Monal – the state bird of Himachal Pradesh. Other important attractions here include the Chini Bungalow – known for its architecture and statues, and Kufri Fun World – a happening amusement park.

Listed among India’s top travel destinations, Kufri boasts of an assorted selection of hotels ranging from luxury to budget. Do splurge at least once or twice at Kufri’s best restaurants like Kufri Holiday resort and Snow Shelter Hotel.

For Kids
Kufri is an ideal destination for kids. Apart from enjoying the natural beauty of this place, kids will love to enjoy in the Kufri Fun World. It is a popular amusement park that features various rides, pools and go-kart track. The go-kart track in this park is the world’s highest of its kind. Kids will definitely have a memorable experience here.

BEST PLACES TO EAT IN KUFRI
Most restaurants are centered in and around the main market area. The lanes of Kufri are dotted with innumerable street stalls serving tasty parathas, pakoras, chaat and noodles. The coffee shop in Indira Tourist Park is a popular with the locals. Hotels having restaurants serve multi-cuisine delicacies like Indian, Chinese, Continental and Italian.