Auli is an important ski destination in
the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand, India. Auli, also known as a 'bugyal'
or Auli Bugyal, in the regional language, which means meadow, is located at an
elevation of 2500 to 3050 meters above sea level. Auli is less known ski
destination than Shimla, Gulmarg or Manali. It was only in the recent time,
after the creation of new state Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal) carved out
from Uttar Pradesh, Auli was marketed as a tourist destination. The state is
called "Dev Bhoomi" which means "Land of Gods" as there are
important pilgrimage destination in this state mainly the 'Char Dham'
(Gangotri-Yamunotri-Kedarnath-Badrinath). Auli lies on the way to Badrinath.
Auli is surrounded by coniferous and oak forests, with a panoramic view of the
lofty peaks of the greatest mountain range in the world, the Himalayas. The
slopes here provide enough thrill to professional skier and novice as well. The
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Limited (GMVNL) a govt agency which takes care of
this resort, and Uttaranchal Tourism Department conduct winter sports
competitions at this place to encourage skiing in India.have imported snow
beater to maintain slopes. Auli also boasts the Asia's longest - 4 km -
cable car (Gondola). It also has a Chair Lift and a Ski-Lift. Apart from Skiing
there is an interesting trek route also. There is a training facility of
Indo-Tibetan Border Police. A small temple having connection to great epic
Ramayana is also present. Best time to visit is last week of Jan to first week
of March for skiing. Though weather is highly unpredictable.
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