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About Kufri
Kufri, at an altitude above Shimla, is a popular day-trip destination famed for snow in winter and panoramic mountain views year-round. It is a starting point for short treks such as Mahasu Peak, and offers activities like pony and yak rides, a small zoo (Himalayan Nature Park) and seasonal snow play. It gets busy in peak season, so an early start helps.
Getting there
How to Reach Kufri
Roughly 16 km from Shimla by road; taxis and buses run regularly from the town.
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