Auli is a Himalayan skiresort and hillstation in the northern state of Uttarakhand, India. It’s surrounded by coniferous and oak forests, plus the panoramic view of mountain peaks of the Himalayas. Auli is a popular hill town with numerous ski resorts situated amidst the Himalayan range. In winter Auli is covered in a massive blanket of Snow after heavy snowfall. Located at 2800 meters above sea levels, a long cable car links Auli to the town of Joshimath. North of Auli is the colorful Badrinath Temple, a Hindu pilgrimage site, and the Valley of Flowers National Park, with its alpine flora and wildlife like snow leopards and red foxes.
Auli is a major hiking and ski destination, Auli is marketed as a tourist destination, Dotted with apple orchards, old oaks, and pine trees there is no dearth of natural beauty in Auli. The Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Limited (GMVL) runs a ski resort and a ski rental shop. Apart from skiing you can also go for numerous treks in the hills of Garhwal Himalayas and enjoy the spellbinding views of the snow-draped mountains. Auli has been a popular hill resort since the 8th Century AD. It’s actually a highland pasture which is called Bugyal in the local Garhwali language meaning ‘nature’s own garden’
.Auli is known for its glittering slopes and clean environment. it is home to the mountain ranges of Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Gauri Parvat. Many religious destinations are also scattered around Auli. It is believed that Shankracharya had blessed Auli with his visit. Auli is located in a high altitude ‘Valley of Flowers’ national park. Between June to October, the valley sees one of the highest numbers of flower species found anywhere in the world, with 520 species of high-altitude plants, 498 of which are flowering plants with significant populations of endangered species. Auli’s skiing slopes make it a popular destination for tourists and professionals alike.
In winter, Auli hosts several snow adventure events. The conifers, oak, and deodar forests surrounding the slopes of this hill station reduce the wind velocity making the slopes perfect for both leisure and professional skiing. There is a 4 km long gondola ride that takes tourists to other locations of the resort. Auli is located just 9 miles from Joshimath near Badrinath which is approximately 186 miles north of the famous city of Rishikesh. Tourism in Auli is not just about snow and ski In summers the burials and the valley become the perfect place for hiking.
There are numerous hiking treks in and around the valley and the most famous is the Valley of Flowers Trek itself. The trek starts narrow and goes through the uphill dense forest route to the most magnificent high altitude valley. Trek to Gurson bugyal and Kuari pass is a must-do for off-beat travelers, both of which are winter treks and pass through the meadow of Auli bugyal. Climb to Trishul peak is also a great option for avid but experienced mountain lovers. Well connected by roads air link is [provided by Dehradun and rail link is provided by Rishikesh. The best time to visit Auli8 is from September to March. There are several hotels, resorts that provide mid-range to budget accommodation and restaurants that serve delicious Garhwal food.
