Skiing Destinations in India With the majestic Himalayas of the North, winter sports, especially skiing, are being

highly promoted in India. India offers some of the enticing destinations for indulging in

skiing. Skiing is a sport which is tailor made for the individuals who possess passion for

adventure. The general season for skiing in India is around January to March, with high

compact slopes that provide long descents.

Here is a list of popular destinations that you should definitely keep in mind if you plan

on skiing this winter.

Skiing Destinations in India Pahalgam located in Anantnag District in the state of Jammu and Kashmir is

one of the major skiing spot in the country. The spectacular views of the

Western Himalayas add to the charm of this place. The best time to visit this

wonderful tourist destination for skiing would be around December to March

when the whole area is covered in a nice, thick blanket of snow.

Skiing Destinations in India Gulmarg, located in Baramala district is often tagged as 'The heartland of

winter sports'. This place is celebrated as the 7th amazing skiing destination in

Asia. December to March are considered the best time to pay a visit here.

Skiing Destinations in India Kullu and Manali the magnificent hill stations of India, snow capped mountains

and scenic lofty peaks paves way for some fun filled skiing here. If you visit this

place, then skiing becomes a mandatory thing on your to-do-list. You can even

find professional skiers here who can help you in your novice effort in skiing.

January and February are considered the best time to visit this place.

Skiing Destinations in India Kufri is located near the state capital in the Shimla district of Himanchal

Pradesh, about 13Km away and is connected via NH22. It is located at an

average altitude of about 9000ft. Above sea level. The ample snowfall that this

region receives in December and January make the time from January to

February optimum for skiers to visit.

Skiing Destinations in India The Solang Nala valley is a side valley located at the top of Kullu Valley in

Himanchal Pradesh. It is 14Km Northwest of Manali. It is located at an altitude

of around 8500ft above sea level. In summertime, around May, the snow starts

to melt, but around October to March, when the snowfall results in a thick

carpet of powdery snow, and also compact slopes. Skiing activities are mainly

restricted to winter months.

Skiing Destinations in India Auli Bugyal is located high in the Garhwal hills in the Chamoli district of

Uttarakhand. It is located abut 250Km away from Rishikesh, and stands at an

altitude of 8200ft. The best time to visit Auli Bugyal is from the last week of

January to the first week of March, when snowfall is at its peak and results in

compact slopes and marvelous snow formations.

Skiing Destinations in India Tawang has an altitude of nearly 3048m and is located in the northwestern

part of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. The magnificent views of the

mountains and the chilling weather provides the tourists some of the reasons

for undertaking skiing at this place.