Auli, the Himalayan Splendor

Auli, the Himalayan Splendor 

Rising above Joshimath, 14km by road – and only 4km by the gondola-style cable car – Auli is India’s premier ski sports destination. But you don’t have to visit in winter to enjoy the awesome views of Nanda Devi - India’s second-highest peak, from the top of the cable-car station.

As a ski resort, Auli is hardly spectacular, with gentle 5km-long slopes, one 500m rope tow that runs beside the main slope, and an 800m chairlift that connects the upper and lower slopes. The snow is consistently good, though, and the setting is superb. The season runs from January to March, and equipment hire and instruction can be arranged here or in Joshimath.

The state-of-the-art cable car, India’s longest, links Joshimath to the upper slopes above Auli. There’s a cafe, of sorts, at the top, serving hot chai and tomato soup for your refreshment. On top of it, the Clifftop Club wouldn’t look out of place in the Swiss Alps, with its solid timber interior finish, cozy atmosphere and spacious rooms, some with views of Nanda Devi. Meals and all-inclusive ski packages, including equipment, are available here.

Nestled amidst the snow-clad mountains of Garhwal Himalayan Range, Auli adds beauty and fascination to Uttarakhand tourism. With slopes and meadows flanked by dense morass of oak and coniferous, you will be flabbergasted to describe the beauty of this hill station. Auli is a part of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand in North India and is famous world-wide as one of the best destinations for skiing in India.

Considered as a new entrant among the circles of beautiful hill stations in India, Auli is speedily catching the attention of honeymooners, peace-seekers and nature lovers apart from adventure lovers. Auli is approximately, 3,050 meters above sea level. Known as 'bugyal' in the local dialect, Auli means meadow and hence is a place not to be missed during summer and spring seasons. Natural vistas, panoramic views of Himalayan peaks, lush wooded vegetation and pathways laden with wild flowers give Auli a colourful look.

Apart from being home to many natural attractions, Auli also presents enough opportunities for the tourists to keep engaged in fun and adventure activities. There are various recreational activities other than skiing that will keep you busy throughout your tour of Auli. Excursions to nearby places like Valley of Flowers, Nanda Devi Sanctuary and Gurso Bugyal are great sources of interest among travelers. Similarly, trekking expeditions from Auli can give visitors experiences for life long.

Hanuman Temple Artificial Lake, Nanda Devi Peak and Trishul Peak are some of the few locations; one must visit, while covering the Auli tour. This versatile experience will offer you a list of activities as well, such as, Skiing, Trekking and Shopping.

Besides the many attractions in and around Auli, it also offers travelers a number of exciting activities to indulge in, especially adventure activities. Most of the activities in Auli are full of excitement and can increase your heart beats. Some of the most famous activities to do in Auli are listed below:

Skiing: Enclosed by snow-clad mountains of Garhwal Himalyan Range, Auli is a paradise for skiing lovers. It doesn't matter whether you are a beginner or an experienced skier, skiing in Auli is one activity that continues to fascinate tourists from all over the world. Glide down its gentle snowy slopes endowed with the beauty of dense coniferous and oak forests and feel the thrill in your veins. The skiing slopes in Auli are divided into four categories- Composite Slopes (3.1 km), Temple Track (red) (400 meters and meant for beginners), 8 No. Track (blue) (800 meters) and 10 No. Slope (white) (900 meters).

Trekking : It is not only skiing that attracts adventure seekers to this little paradise of Chamoli district. Auli provides excellent base for several trekking trails. Some of the popular trekking trails in Auli are Auli – Gorson (7 km), Gorson – Tali (6 km), Tali - Kuari Pass (11 km), Kuari Pass - Khulara (12 km), and Khulara - Tapovan (9 km).

Shopping : In the snowy wilderness of Auli, there is no place for shopping. But tourists can find a busy market area in Joshimath, at a distance of around 15 km away from Auli. Tourists can buy a wide array of goods like woolen caps, shawls, blankets, beautiful gift items and souvenirs.

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