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Skiing in Himachal Pradesh : |
| The sport is immediately available in the area bound by the Hanuman
Tibba, Rohtand Pass, Deo Tibba and Chanderkhani Pass - near the resort
town on Manali. A major feature is the compactness of the heli-skiing
area. A sortie of ten minutes can carry the skiers to the top of a
14,000 foot high slope.The Institute of Mountaineering and Allied
Sports at Manali, and its branch at Dharamshala, offer the activity.
Courses are also available with the Institute. |
| The challenge of the snow covered terrain. And a streak of adventure
in man. That is what combines together in the realm of skiing-the
fastest and most fascinating winter sport. When the white mantle of
snow covers the lush green meadows and the firs and pines are sprinkled
with silver, its skiing time in the Himalayas. Some of the world's
most popular winter playgrounds are here, known for their interesting
undulations and fine gradients. Over the period of time Skiing is
one sport that has gained immense popularity all over the world and
in the past decade have become quiet popular sport because of the
Himalayas. The awesome height and spread of the snow clad Himalayas
mountains, with the added advantage of powdered snow are tempting
enough to magnetize the adventurous spirits of the avid skier, providing
all the thrill and excitement attached to the sport. |
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Heli Skiing in Himachal
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For high mountain thrills perhaps nothing can
surpass the magic of heli-skiing. Under a deep blue sky. You are
carried by helicopter to a snow-drapped peak. And after that there
is nothing except steadily distancing whirr of rotor blades, the
sky and the snow. It is a thrilling experience as you rapidly zoom
down the slopes. The icy winds slap your face and the swiftly slithering
hiss of skis reminds you that you are racing away on your own stream.
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The sport is immediately available in the area
bound by the Hanuman Tibba, Rohtand Pass, Deo Tibba and Chanderkhani
Pass - near the resort town on Manali. A major feature is the compactness
of the heli-skiing area. A sortie of ten minutes can carry the skiers
to the top of a 14,000 foot high slope. |
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Important Skiing Places in Himachal Pradesh
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| Manali :- Manali with its unspoilt
scenic grandeur is extremely popular with the tourists, for a lavish
display of natural scenery. It is one of the principal show places
of the Kullu region. To its North, South and West are an ostentation
of pinnacles and ridges which, in fine weather, stand out in bold
relief against skyline. At the lower elevation and in every direction
there are vivid green patches of grassland and evergreen valleys ascending
in irregular formation present probably the best view in the country.
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| In winter is a fairy-tale town holding
out an irresistible invitation to the skiers and snow-lovers. Located
at a height of 6,000 ft. to 7000 ft., it offers breathtaking ski gradients
at Solang Nala. Between December and May ski enthusiasts from all
over the world are attracted to this Himalayan resort. |
| Its smooth-curved ridges and escarpments promise unmatched
exhilaration both to expert skiers as well as beginners. Those on
a maiden adventure can learn the exciting sport on some of the gentle
slopes and gradients with the help of experts. A winter carnival held
around the middle of February is a major attraction for the skiers. |
| Kufri :- It is the - winter sports capital - situated
13 kms. from the Ridge, at an altitude of 2,622 meters. It is ideal
for skiing. In the past years it has become a big centre of attraction
for the tourists during winter. From December to March it wears its
white winter garb, with snow trimmings on its tall green pines and
deodars. Its undulating slopes are fashioned by nature to exhilarate
lovers of winter sports. |
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| Narkanda :- It commands a unique view of the eternal
snow line and the dense forest. A quaint sleepy hamlet. From here,
you get breathtaking view of the snow clad Himalayas. 'Hatu Peak'
at an altitude of 3,143 meters above sea level ai 8 km. from Narkanda.
In winter, there are exciting ski slopes to Ski on. |
| Nestled in the picturesque ranges of Himachal, Narkanda at a height
of 3143 Mts. is a quiet town, 64 kms from Shimla. In winter it coats
itself with thick, soft snow turning its gentle slopes into an excellent
playground. The pleasure of skiing makes Narkanda an attractive destination
for many during the winter months. Some of the very steep and smooth
slopes hereafter a different kind of skiing experience. These slopes
especially appeal to the cross country skier for. Narkanda is set
amid fine coniferous forests. |
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