Tourist Attraction

The Place offers clean stretches of 10-20 km of snow-covered mountain slopes to
the skiers. Besides, there is a descent of 500 m from the ridge over a stretch
of 3 km. The forests on the slopes are also advantageous to the skiers as they
reduce the wind velocity. In the months of February and March, Auli often hosts
the National Winter Games. In a planned move, the Government and local
authorities have involved the local Garhwali people to explore the slopes that
rightfully belong to them.

By eight in the morning, one can see the first of the skiers and other adventure
seekers. Until about four o’clock in the evening, when it gets chilly, cold and
dark, the skiers make most of the slopes. For the best part of the winter
season, Auli is blessed by an unusually large number of sunny days, but there
are times when it snows heavily. In the evenings, the activity shifts from the
slopes to the bukhari-warmed huts and resorts (bukhari: a quaint, wooden stove).
People then generally pass their time listening to folklore and reveling in the
local music of Garhwal in the lamp-lit rooms or besides the bonfires.

Places Of Interest

Joshimath

Joshimath is the nearest town and has historic significance.The foundation of
this place was laid down by Guru Adi Shankaracharya. Joshimath is connected by a
long ropeway with Auli.The ropeway(4.15km) is one of the longest ropeways in
India. Badrinath and Hemkunda Sahib are the other two famous pilgrimage centers
located near Auli. Pithoragarh is an important tourist destination as it is
known as the gateway to the Himalayas. The pilgrims to the famous Kailasa Manas
Sarovar Lake have to pass through Pithoragarh. Baijnath temple in Bageswar is
believed to have been built by the Pandavas.

Almora

Almora is renowed for its historical significance as it encompases many quaint
temples.Major tourist attraction in Almora is the Rudreshwar Mahadev temple
dedicated to Lord Shivga. The town is also known as the cultural center of the
Kumaon region in Uttarakhand. The valley of flowers is a world famous nature
retreat known for the colorful flowers that blossom there during spring. Many
Fairs and festivals are also included among the tourist attractions in Auli. The
winter games are held here during February and March and are becoming
increasingly popular among tourists.

Gusro Bugyal

The Gurso Bugyal is a vast meadow spread among forests of Oak and other trees.
The Chattrakund, is located just a kilometer away from here. It is the location
of a small sweet water lake by the same name. Saildhar Tapovan is the location
of many hot water springs. The place is situated on the Joshimath road, about 15
kilometers from Auli. Chenab Lake , Vanshinarayan Kalpeshwar, and Bhavishya
Badri, are some of the nearby places of interest.
 

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