Winter Sports in India

With the onset of November, weather forecast in India offers the chill of wintry days. Snow fall begin and the towering mountain ranges receives the white icy carpet. This ideal time receives countless attentions of winter sport lovers, who dare to cross all the ice-blocks and reach high ends with full enthusiasm. Now, talk about climbing icy mountains or skiing down the large slopes, all have been greatly promoted in the many fantasy flicks. Therefore, lets get set to have at least one this winter

Ice-climbing:

The snow-capped mountains of India challenges adventure seekers to explore its nook and corner. Ice climbing or mountaineering in snowy peaks is not an easy task and climbers need to move efficiently on the steep of ice. The most favored destinations for such kind of task are Zanskar range and Gulmarg in Jammu & Kashmir, Kulu and Lahul in Himachal Pradesh, Garhwal region, eastern Himalayan ranges of Sikkim and Darjeeling. Enthusiasts can also climb up the towering mountains in Manali and Dhauladhar ranges of Himachal Pradesh.

Heli Skiing:

Heli Skiing offers the thrill of splashing icy routes and ridges. The criss-cross ways in the Himalayan region like the Hanuman Tibba, Deo Tibba, Chandrakhani Pass and Rohtang Pass near Manali are ideal location for heli-skiers. Besides, novices can have good time in the snowy peaks of Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir and Pithoragarh and Auli in Uttaranchal.

Snow Skiing:

Alike heli-skiing, the adventure of Snow-skiing is experienced by amateur kids and expertise. The winter sport offers unlimited fun to those who spend a family vacation in the snowy regions. The hill-resort of Gulmarg is situated at an altitude of 2, 730 m and is one of the best known skiing destinations in India. Besides the large slopes at Kurfi, Narkanda and Manali in Himachal Pradesh, Garhwal and Kumaon in Uttaranchal are also checked out by adventure lovers.

Best time for Winter Adventure Sports:

Many Himalayan region in India experiences snow showers in the month of November. Therefore, the best time to enjoy the adventure of winter sports is from November to January.

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