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 3,049 m (10,003 ft) above sea level. Auli is less known ski destination thanShimla, 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 Asias 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.
Posted on: Sun, 02 Nov 2014 11:07:19 +0000
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