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Apple-country town ~60 km from Shimla at ~2,708 m; ski slopes in winter and Hatu peak 8 km away.
Narkanda lies on the Hindustan–Tibet road about 60 km from Shimla, surrounded by apple orchards. Snow covers it from roughly November to March and its slopes host beginner skiing, including HPTDC lessons. Hatu peak with its temple is about 8 km away.
Highlights
- Skiing
- Hatu peak
- Apple orchards
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