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'''Auli''' is in [[Chamoli district]] in the [[Himalayas|Himalayan]] mountains of [[Uttarakhand]], [[India]]. Auli, also known as [[Bugyal|Auli Bugyal]], in [[Garhwali language|Garhwali]], which means "meadow", is located at an elevation of {{convert|2800|m|ft}} above [[sea level]]. Between June to October, the valley has one of highest number 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.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.auli.co.uk/auli/|title=Auli in the North Indian Himalayas|publisher=Auli.co.uk}}</ref>
'''Auli''' is in [[Chamoli district]] in the [[Himalayas|Himalayan]] mountains of [[Uttarakhand]], [[India]]. Auli, also known as [[Bugyal|Auli Bugyal]], in [[Garhwali language|Garhwali]], which means "meadow", is located at an elevation of {{convert|2800|m|ft}} above [[sea level]]. Between June and October, the valley has 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]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.auli.co.uk/auli/|title=Auli in the North Indian Himalayas|publisher=Auli.co.uk}}</ref>
 
== History ==
This place came to light when in the 8th century, [[Adi Shankara|Adiguru Shri Shankaracharya]] established a [[Matha]] ([[Jyotir Math]] or Shri Shankaracharya Math) at Joshimath, about 6.6 km from Auli, which still exists today. After the establishment of the monastery, this place also came to be known as the "'''Gateway of the Himalayas'''". After the establishment of this math, Adi Shankaracharya Ji moved forward like [[Badrinath]]. Semi-nomadic tribes of [[Tibetan people|Tibetans]], [[Mongols|Mongolians]] and [[Bhotiya|Bhotias]] conducted trade and communication between [[Tibet]] ([[ China]]) and India from here. They took the help of their long haired [[Yak|yaks]] and [[Horse|horses]] to cross the snowy mountains of the Himalayas. The popular Trishul peak (23,490 feet) is the scene of an unusual expedition that took place here in 1958. It took the mountaineers almost four days to climb and about 90 minutes to ski down to the base.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Auli - The skiing paradise of Garhwal {{!}} Uttarakhand Tourism |url=https://uttarakhandtourism.gov.in/blog/auli-skiing-paradise-garhwal |access-date=2022-11-25 |website=uttarakhandtourism.gov.in}}</ref>
 
Auli and Joshimath are situated in the high Himalayas, bordering China. In the [[Sino-Indian War]] of 1962, there were several initiatives by Chinese troops to cross the borders and enter Indian territory. During the conflict, the residents of the border village supported the Indian Army. Auli ropeway was constructed in September 1993 to enhance tourism in Auli. At an altitude of about 10,000 feet, this [[Ropeways in Nepal|ropeway]] serves as transport between Joshimath and Auli.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Unveiling Auli Uttarakhand’s Hidden Skiing Paradise |url=https://tripinspire.in/unveiling-auli-uttarakhands-hidden-skiing-paradise/ |access-date=2023-07-20 |website=Trip Inspire |language=en-US}}</ref>


==Tourism==
==Tourism==
Auli is a hiking and ski destination<ref name=map>{{cite web|title=Tourist places in Uttarakhand|url=http://www.mapsofindia.com/uttarakhand/travel/tourist-destinations.html|publisher=Maps of India. India's No.1 map site|accessdate=8 June 2013}}</ref> and after the creation of the state of Uttarakhand, formerly part of [[Uttar Pradesh]], Auli was marketed as a tourist destination. It is surrounded by [[coniferous]] and oak forests, with a panoramic view of the peaks of the Himalayas.<ref name=map/> The slopes are intended for both professional skiers and novices. The Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Limited (GMVNL) a state government agency which takes care of this resort, and [[Tourism in Uttarakhand|Uttarakhand Tourism Department]] conduct winter sports competitions at Auli to encourage skiing in India.<ref name=toi>{{cite news|title=Destination Auli|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/Destination-Auli/articleshow/36820405.cms|accessdate=8 June 2013|newspaper=The Times of India}}</ref> It has a {{convert|4|km|mi}} [[Aerial lift|cable car]], a [[chairlift]] and a [[ski lift]], along with a maintained trek route. There is a training facility of [[Indo-Tibetan Border Police]]. A small [[Hindu temple]] connected with the Hindu epic the ''[[Ramayana]]'' is also present.
Auli is a hiking and ski destination<ref name=map>{{cite web|title=Tourist places in Uttarakhand|url=http://www.mapsofindia.com/uttarakhand/travel/tourist-destinations.html|publisher=Maps of India. India's No.1 map site|accessdate=8 June 2013}}</ref> and after the creation of the state of Uttarakhand, formerly part of [[Uttar Pradesh]], Auli was marketed as a tourist destination. It is surrounded by [[coniferous]] and oak forests, with a panoramic view of the peaks of the Himalayas.<ref name=map/> The slopes are intended for both professional skiers and novices. The Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Limited (GMVNL) a state government agency which takes care of this resort, and [[Tourism in Uttarakhand|Uttarakhand Tourism Department]] conduct winter sports competitions at Auli to encourage skiing in India.<ref name=toi>{{cite news|title=Destination Auli|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/Destination-Auli/articleshow/36820405.cms|accessdate=8 June 2013|newspaper=The Times of India}}</ref> It has 4 [[Aerial lift|cable car]], a [[chairlift]] and a [[ski lift]], along with a maintained trek route. Auli Ropeway is the second-longest ropeway in Asia and India’s longest cable car.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Auli - Uttarakhand Trips |url=https://uttarakhandtrips.com/destination/auli/ |access-date=2025-03-17 |website=uttarakhandtrips.com |language=en-US}}</ref> There is a training facility of [[Indo-Tibetan Border Police]]. A small [[Hindu temple]] connected with the Hindu epic the ''[[Ramayana]]'' is also present.


==Transportation==
==Transportation==
The nearest airport is [[Jolly Grant Airport]] in [[Dehradun]], about {{convert|270|km|mi}} from Auli. The airport operates daily flights to [[Delhi]], The nearest international airport is [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] in Delhi, about {{convert|480|km|mi}} from Auli.
Auli is located about 500 kilometers from Delhi, and travelers have several transportation options to reach the destination.
The nearest railway stations are [[Rishikesh railway station]] ({{convert|250|km|mi}}) and [[Dehradun railway station]] ({{convert|290|km|mi}}).
 
Nearby attractions include [[Vishnu Prayag]], Gorson Bugyal, Kuari Pass, [[Joshimath]], [[Badrinath]], and [[Tapovan]].
If driving by road from Delhi, via National Highway 7 typically takes around 10 to 12 hours. The route passes through key towns such as Rishikesh, Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Joshimath before arriving in Auli.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Auli |url=https://travelvaidya.com/destination/auli/ |access-date=2025-07-16 |language=en-US}}</ref>
Auli and [[Dehradun]] hosted the [[2011 South Asian Winter Games|First South Asian Winter Games]] in 2011.
 
You can also check more detailed travel guidance, route updates, and seasonal accessibility information here: <ref>{{Cite web |title=Auli Travel Guide & Accessibility |url=https://www.bizarexpedition.com/blog-ski-resorts |access-date=2025-11-16 |language=en-US}}</ref>
 
The nearest airport is [[Jolly Grant Airport]] in [[Dehradun]], about {{convert|270|km|mi}} from Auli. The airport operates daily flights to [[Delhi]], The nearest international airport is [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] in Delhi, about {{convert|480|km|mi}} from Auli. The nearest railway stations are [[Rishikesh railway station]] ({{convert|250|km|mi}}) and [[Dehradun railway station]] ({{convert|290|km|mi}}). Nearby attractions include [[Vishnu Prayag]], [[Gorson Bugyal]], Kuari Pass, [[Joshimath]], [[Badrinath]], and [[Tapovan]]. Auli and [[Dehradun]] hosted the [[2011 South Asian Winter Games|First South Asian Winter Games]] in 2011.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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== Climate ==
== Climate ==
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==Sports==
Auli is a major center for winter sports in India with Skii slopes.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-12 |title=Auli - Uttarakhand Tourism |url=https://uttarakhandtourism.net/auli/ |access-date=2025-07-16 |website=uttarakhandtourism.net |language=en-US}}</ref> [[Alpine skiing]] and cross country skiing. Auli hosted the inaugural [[South Asian Winter Games#Related Games#South Asian Winter Games|South Asian Winter Games]] in [[2011 South Asian Winter Games|2011]]. Auli also hosted Winter National Games of India.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2011-01-10 |title=First South Asian winter games begin |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/more-sports/others/first-south-asian-winter-games-begin/articleshow/7253899.cms?from=mdr |access-date=2023-10-07 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Auli is also popular for adventure sports such as [[Rafting]], Mountain trekking etc.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Uttarakhand: Destination next for winter sports |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/travel/things-to-do/uttarakhand-destination-next-for-winter-sports/articleshow/96102291.cms |access-date=2023-10-07 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Ganguly |first=Utsa |date=2022-11-26 |title=5 Destinations To Enjoy Winter Sports In India |url=https://news.abplive.com/photo-gallery/lifestyle/travel-5-destinations-to-enjoy-winter-sports-in-india-1565870 |access-date=2023-10-07 |website=news.abplive.com |language=en}}</ref>


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
{{Commons category|Auli}}
{{Commons category|Auli}}
{{wikivoyage|Auli}}
* [https://uttarakhandtourism.gov.in/destination/auli Auli – Uttarakhand Tourism]
* [https://books.google.com/books?id=4eYvAQAAIAAJ&q=auli+hill+station&dq=auli+hill+station&hl=en&sa=X&ei=gDqyT6KWIcW4rAfrueH6Aw&redir_esc=y Hill stations of India- Auli]
* [https://chamoli.gov.in/tourist-place/auli/ Tourist places of Chamoli district: Auli]


[[Category:Tourist attractions in Uttarakhand]]
[[Category:Tourist attractions in Uttarakhand]]

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Auli
Hill station
View of Auli Hill station
View of Auli Hill station
Auli is located in Uttarakhand
Auli
Auli
Location in Uttarakhand
Auli is located in India
Auli
Auli
Auli (India)
Coordinates: 30°31′44″N 79°34′13″E / 30.52892°N 79.57026°E / 30.52892; 79.57026
Country India
StateUttarakhand
DistrictChamoli
Elevation
2,909 m (9,544 ft)
Language
 • OfficialHindi
 • RegionalGarhwali
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Vehicle registrationUK 11
Websiteuk.gov.in

Auli is in Chamoli district in the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand, India. Auli, also known as Auli Bugyal, in Garhwali, which means "meadow", is located at an elevation of 2,800 metres (9,200 ft) above sea level. Between June and October, the valley has 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.[1]

History[edit | edit source]

This place came to light when in the 8th century, Adiguru Shri Shankaracharya established a Matha (Jyotir Math or Shri Shankaracharya Math) at Joshimath, about 6.6 km from Auli, which still exists today. After the establishment of the monastery, this place also came to be known as the "Gateway of the Himalayas". After the establishment of this math, Adi Shankaracharya Ji moved forward like Badrinath. Semi-nomadic tribes of Tibetans, Mongolians and Bhotias conducted trade and communication between Tibet (China) and India from here. They took the help of their long haired yaks and horses to cross the snowy mountains of the Himalayas. The popular Trishul peak (23,490 feet) is the scene of an unusual expedition that took place here in 1958. It took the mountaineers almost four days to climb and about 90 minutes to ski down to the base.[2]

Auli and Joshimath are situated in the high Himalayas, bordering China. In the Sino-Indian War of 1962, there were several initiatives by Chinese troops to cross the borders and enter Indian territory. During the conflict, the residents of the border village supported the Indian Army. Auli ropeway was constructed in September 1993 to enhance tourism in Auli. At an altitude of about 10,000 feet, this ropeway serves as transport between Joshimath and Auli.[3]

Tourism[edit | edit source]

Auli is a hiking and ski destination[4] and after the creation of the state of Uttarakhand, formerly part of Uttar Pradesh, Auli was marketed as a tourist destination. It is surrounded by coniferous and oak forests, with a panoramic view of the peaks of the Himalayas.[4] The slopes are intended for both professional skiers and novices. The Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Limited (GMVNL) a state government agency which takes care of this resort, and Uttarakhand Tourism Department conduct winter sports competitions at Auli to encourage skiing in India.[5] It has 4 cable car, a chairlift and a ski lift, along with a maintained trek route. Auli Ropeway is the second-longest ropeway in Asia and India’s longest cable car.[6] There is a training facility of Indo-Tibetan Border Police. A small Hindu temple connected with the Hindu epic the Ramayana is also present.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Auli is located about 500 kilometers from Delhi, and travelers have several transportation options to reach the destination.

If driving by road from Delhi, via National Highway 7 typically takes around 10 to 12 hours. The route passes through key towns such as Rishikesh, Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Joshimath before arriving in Auli.[7]

You can also check more detailed travel guidance, route updates, and seasonal accessibility information here: [8]

The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, about 270 kilometres (170 mi) from Auli. The airport operates daily flights to Delhi, The nearest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, about 480 kilometres (300 mi) from Auli. The nearest railway stations are Rishikesh railway station (250 kilometres (160 mi)) and Dehradun railway station (290 kilometres (180 mi)). Nearby attractions include Vishnu Prayag, Gorson Bugyal, Kuari Pass, Joshimath, Badrinath, and Tapovan. Auli and Dehradun hosted the First South Asian Winter Games in 2011.

Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • Auli
    Auli
  • Auli Bugyal Greenery
    Auli Bugyal Greenery
  • Auli Bugyal
    Auli Bugyal
  • Himalayas near Auli
    Himalayas near Auli

Climate[edit | edit source]

Cwb.

Climate data for Auli
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Average high °C (°F) 2.5
(36.5) 		3.4
(38.1) 		6.7
(44.1) 		10.9
(51.6) 		14.7
(58.5) 		17.2
(63.0) 		17.5
(63.5) 		17.2
(63.0) 		16.1
(61.0) 		12.8
(55.0) 		9.8
(49.6) 		6.4
(43.5) 		11.3
(52.3)
Average low °C (°F) −7.6
(18.3) 		−6.4
(20.5) 		−4.4
(24.1) 		−0.7
(30.7) 		3.2
(37.8) 		8.2
(46.8) 		11.9
(53.4) 		11.7
(53.1) 		8.2
(46.8) 		2.4
(36.3) 		−0.8
(30.6) 		−4.2
(24.4) 		1.8
(35.2)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 119
(4.7) 		125
(4.9) 		139
(5.5) 		70
(2.8) 		56
(2.2) 		117
(4.6) 		333
(13.1) 		312
(12.3) 		186
(7.3) 		60
(2.4) 		28
(1.1) 		55
(2.2) 		1,600
(63.1)
Source: https://en.climate-data.org/location/275421/

Sports[edit | edit source]

Auli is a major center for winter sports in India with Skii slopes.[9] Alpine skiing and cross country skiing. Auli hosted the inaugural South Asian Winter Games in 2011. Auli also hosted Winter National Games of India.[10] Auli is also popular for adventure sports such as Rafting, Mountain trekking etc.[11][12]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Auli in the North Indian Himalayas". Auli.co.uk.
  2. ↑ "Auli - The skiing paradise of Garhwal | Uttarakhand Tourism". uttarakhandtourism.gov.in. Retrieved 25 November 2022.
  3. ↑ "Unveiling Auli Uttarakhand's Hidden Skiing Paradise". Trip Inspire. Retrieved 20 July 2023.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Tourist places in Uttarakhand". Maps of India. India's No.1 map site. Retrieved 8 June 2013.
  5. ↑ "Destination Auli". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 June 2013.
  6. ↑ "Auli - Uttarakhand Trips". uttarakhandtrips.com. Retrieved 17 March 2025.
  7. ↑ "Auli". Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  8. ↑ "Auli Travel Guide & Accessibility". Retrieved 16 November 2025.
  9. ↑ "Auli - Uttarakhand Tourism". uttarakhandtourism.net. 12 December 2023. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  10. ↑ "First South Asian winter games begin". The Times of India. 10 January 2011. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
  11. ↑ "Uttarakhand: Destination next for winter sports". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
  12. ↑ Ganguly, Utsa (26 November 2022). "5 Destinations To Enjoy Winter Sports In India". news.abplive.com. Retrieved 7 October 2023.

External links[edit | edit source]

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