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| Skiing
is one such adventure sports that has
gained immense popularity all over the
world and now it is becoming popular
in India. There are many ski hideouts
in India, which are favorite amongst
the adventure lovers. Skiing in India
has gradually become quiet attention
grabbing sport because of the Himalayas.
The hills of India have all the ingredients
for adventure packed with excitement
and thrills and lots of unexplored valleys,
towering peaks and snow-capped mountains
and glaciers. A splendid combination
of flora & fauna and vast tracts
of virgin snow awaits you. This would
be an ultimate holiday destination for
any adventure sport of your choice. |
| Cautions
and Essentials for - Skiing |
But
before you take on your next expedition
of skiing in any place in India, there
are few things that every skier should
take into consideration.
The basic skiing gear that is counted
for skiing is the flexibility of the
clothing. The fabrics that can keep
the body's temperature balanced according
to the outside climate. Stretch fabrics
have a more relaxed and versatile capacity,
which is basically required while skiing
down a snowy mountain and doing extreme
skiing. For taking up skiing you must
be mentally sound and physically fit.
People with cardiac ailment, expectant
mother and those suffering from high
or low blood pressure should not indulge
in skiing even if the passion for adventure
urges them to do so.
Better fitting styles and waterproof
wear are a better option for skiers
for the wider range of motion. While
selecting a ski jacket go through this
checklist: waterproof, breathable fabrics,
with taped seams, venting zippers and
insulating stretch components for comfort.
Other skiing gear items are ski goggles,
ski helmets, ski socks and skies.
Goggles are an essential to wear while
skiing because the glare off the snow
during bright days exposes skiers to
harsh UV rays, having tinted lenses
with UV protection can enhance your
visibility. Extreme weather conditions
makes skiing on the slopes even more
difficult if you do not have decent
ski goggles with you. A comfortable
helmet is always a good option and provides
a good protection while skiing or snowboarding.
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| Major
Skiing Regions in India |
In
India there are many favorable destinations
like Jammu and Kashmir, the hills of
Kumaon, Himachal Pradesh, and the Northeastern
states of India, which have become favorite
ski hideouts for skiing enthusiasts.
Gulmarg is the ultimate beginner's skiing
resort. Skiing involves a lot of skill
that needs an initial bit of practice
and patience. The adventure sport of
skiing is known as a fun sport for its
ease, its sense of freedom and the thrill
of flying down a slope with the wind
on your face and in your hair. From
amateurs to professionals, all love
this sport of Skiing.
Gulmarg is known as Kashmir's premier
upland hill resort at the the altitude
of 2,730m and offers one of the largest
and best equipped winter sports opportunities
in India. The snow conditions over here
remain excellent over here from the
months of December to April. Skiers
can find all kind of modern facilities
and world class equipments for skiing
in Gulmarg.
T-bars, ski-lifts, chair-cars, and rope-ways
are inbuilt. skating and heli-skiing,
too are encouraged here. The Indian
Institute of Skiing and Mountaineering,
where skiing courses are offered, is
also located over here.
The large slopes of Garhwal and Kumaon
covered with seasonal snow become an
ideal place for skiing in the winter
months. With their wide open spaces
above the snowline, Garhwal and Kumaon
offer yet another exciting possibility
for the skier - the ski touring amongst
the majestic glaciers.
Auli in Garhwal Himalayas in Uttaranchal
is also counted as another major skiing
resort of India. It has fine snowy slopes,
magnificent fine forests and overlooks
the towering Himalayan peaks of Nanda
Devi, Kamet, Mana Parbat and Dunagiri.
And who can forget the ultimate destinations
such as Kufri, Narkanda, Manali in Himachal.
The Manali Region in Himachal Pradesh
also offers scope for winters as well
as summer skiing. It has excellent natural
slopes and in the summer months has
limited skiing possibilities at Narkanda.
Last but not the least is Kufri, which
has always been a favourite among ski
lovers who visit Shimla in winters.
So prepare your skies and zoom through
the snow. |
| And
the rest of these sites, there are so
many beautiful places for Snow Skiing
in India. Few of them are – |
• Kufri, H.P
• Narkanda,
H.P.
• Manali, H.P.
•
Auli, Uttaranchal
• Mundali,
Uttaranchal
• Munsiyari, Uttaranchal
• Dayara Bugyal, Uttaranchal |
| So,
what are you waiting for…!!
Get going for the most adventurous vacation
of your lifetime in India with us. In
case if your choice is not included
in this section you can always send
us your requirements, we will definitely
design a more adventurous tour especially
for you. |
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