subject: Auli,uttrakhand [print this page] While its slopes beckon daring and gallant skiing enthusiasts, its pristine natural beauty and its alpine atmosphere lure many tourists. Essentially a small and serene hill station, Auli is a skiers paradise and a haven for nature lovers.
Apart from skiing festivals that are held here since 1986, national championships under the aegis of Winter Games Federation of India have been held at Auli, with technical and other backup assistance provided by various governments and adventure-related agencies.
How to get there by Air
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant which is 17 km from Rishikesh and there are few flights from New Delhi and Chandigarh. Once you reach Dehradun, continue your journey to Auli by Road.
How to get there by Rail
The nearest railway is at Haridwar, 299 km from Auli.
How to get there by Bus
Traveling to Auli by road can be a great experience. There are regular road services that run from Delhi, Rishikesh and Haridwar to Joshimath, 16 km away. From Joshimath, jeeps and taxis are available for hire to Auli. By Cable Car The most popular way to drop in at Auli is by the framed
cable car service which runs for 3 km.
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Best time to Visit
If one is an adventure freak, the best time to visit Auli is during the winter season. The period from late November to late March is generally considered ideal for skiers. As the winters set in, the mountains seem to extend to the firmament with arms of snow.
There are not many hotels in Auli as the complete area is under GMVNL. The state government has built a ski resort with the capacity of 100 beds. Small hotels and wooden huts provide all basic amenities for the travelers with reasonable charges. The Hotel Clifftop Club is the best option to stay
Nearby Places
Vishu Prayag, a holy confluence of river Alaknanda and Dauli Ganga, close to Joshimath. Joshimath is the resting place for the pilgrims going to Badrinath. Joshimath derives from the word Jyotirmath the place of Jyotirlinga of Shiva. Shankracharya founded one of the four
piths Centres for sanyashis here. Joshimath has a temple of Narshimsha, an incarnation of Vishnu. Badrinath, One of the four Dhaams, is a pilgrimage for Hindus and for worshippers of God Vishnu.
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