KUFRI Famous for its ski-slopes kufri is 16kms. From shimla with a small bazar.it offers pony-rides and a fantastic view of shali peak and the snow clad mountains. The main charm of kufri is during the winters after the snowfall when one can go skiing and sledge-ride. It must be mentioned that here the slopes are not safe for beginners. On the way, beyond Dhalli, comes Charabra famous for wild flower hall. As this has been taken over by a private Institution entry to the place is no longer allowed. Still charabra has another beautiful spot viz.the helipad just behind the school himalyan international D.P.S. this commands a very panoramic view of the Himalayas in the north, with a glimpse of river satluj deep down in the valley and the shivalik hills to the south. One can also sight the lights of panchkula and chandigharh from this point on a clear night. At kufri indira holiday home of HPTDC has a restaurant and a bar with a min-zoo. Approachable by bus/car.

TATTAPANI 55kms. From shimla tattapani Hot Water lies on the banks of the ferocios but holy river satluj,which has its source in the holiest of holy Mansarovar lake,now in chine. Besides being the fastest river of India it is known for its dangerous depths. It is not safe to take a dip or attempt to swim in these unpredictable water. Tattapani is famous for natural hot-sulphur springs where people can take a healthy dip in the man-made tank. Besides river-rafting during summers one can visit the Goofa of the manylingams of lord shiva, about 2 kms. From the main bazar. Tattapani is very picturesque area, especially during the full moon.

NARKANDA A skiiers paradise during winters, with an ideal ski-slope for the beginners,Narkanda (kanda means meadow in local parlance)is 65 kms from shimla .it is famousfor its highly tall and striaight alpine trees called maroo which enthrall you against the backdrop of the white himalayas. For an adventure enthusiast and a camper narkanda offers an unforgettably exiting 3kms touch uphill trek though huge pine trees to the hatu peak,named after the wish-fulfilling hateshwari mata temple. This peak commands one of the most majestic views of almost the entire greater Himalayan Range,including Dhauladhar-kinnar kailash,badrinath-kedarnath range,on one side and the plains of Chandigarh and U.P on the other.just about a km from the temple lies an enchanting forest area with a beautiful meadow (kanda) stretched out dreamily infront. All this can be covered in a day by an experienced trekker whom must carry sufficient quantity of healthy food,fruits,water,ready made tea in a thermos or a backpack.