Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Skiing


India, as a skiing destination presents enormous opportunity to an aficionado of skiing and unquestionably the reason for this is the presence of the great Himalayas. Though skiing is an immensely popular and exhilarating sport, yet it could be dangerous if proper precautions are not taken. Since skiing entails prolonged exposure to cold winds, proper clothings is necessary. However overdressing can create problems and should be avoided. Proper care of eyes are also necessary.

Skiing Spots in India

Spot 1:
Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir
At Gulmarg Skiing is like any other sports for which you just need a rod and a guide. In case you don't have your your ski equipments you can shop it or hire it from near by shops skis, sticks and goggles.. The gentlest slope of 200m is linked with a ski lift, which helps one to go up. The longest ski at Gulmarg is provided by the Gondola cable car, which allows a ski run of 2,213m.

Spot 2: Mundali, Garhwal
Mundali has a perfect panorama of snow-capped Himalayas and vast skiing slopes where professionals can enjoy.

Spot 3: Munsiyari
Located at a distance of 66 kms. From Jaulibi and 127 kms. From Pithoragarh. Munsayari has some best base to trek and ski on the Milam, Namik and Ralam glaciers p and Betulidhar are two high altitude places that offer excellent conditions for skiing.

Spot 4: Dayara Bugyal, Garhwal
Dayara Bugyal provides excellent ski areas over a base that stretches at 28 sq. kms. Winters are the best time to ski at Dayara Bugyal and once you are tired of skiing you can camp near the small lake.

Spot 5: Skiing in Auli, Garhwal
Auli is a jungle of snow. Only snow and wind velocity is visible and audible here. Auli enjoys edge over other hill stations when it comes to skiing. Auli offers 180 views of Himalayan peaks. Seasonal skiiers have a perfect clean stretch of 10-20 kms pristine slopes. You can cross the country and become a part of downhill skiing events.

Spot 6: Skiing in Manali
Manali has excellent skiing slopes where one can ski during summers and winters too. Kufri, a neighbouring slope to Shimla, list to top amongst the favourite destinations of skiiers. So pull your socks up and tighten your skiing clothes to whiz along the slopes in Manali.

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