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Auli

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Auli, a skiing and hiking destination, is situated in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. It is a perfect place for nature lovers, skiing enthusiasts, and those who love trekking . Nestled in the midst of snow-clad mountains and sprawling meadows, Auli allures a multitude of tourists from far and wide. Auli’s lush green slopes turn into white snow carpets in winter, admired by professional skiers and tourists alike. Meanwhile, amateur skiers keen to learn some skills can join the skiing classes held from January to March every year and exhibit their newfound buddies.

Situated at a height of 2,800 meters, this place offers a perfect picturesque and panoramic view of the Nanda Devi peak. It also serves as the gateway to some popular places such as Valley of flowers, Hemkund Sahib and some popular trekking sites such as Gorson Bugyal, Pangarchulla Summit and more. Auli is home to the world's highest artificial lake, which presents a calm and serene ambience and can be accessed through a cable car.

Accessible by motorable road, people can reach Auli by bus, car and cabs. Auli features India's highest and longest ropeway service of 4 km from Joshimath to Gurson, providing  a thrilling experience and an enchanting view of snow capped mountains.

How to Reach

Located around 294 km from Dehradun, Auli is situated in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. Connected well by the motorable road, visitors can reach this place from all major locations of the state. Bus, taxi and private cab services are readily available from Dehradun and other major destinations of the state. The nearest railway station is in Haridwar, about 278 km away, while the nearest airport is in Dehradun, approximately 286 km away.

Best Time to Visit

The most preferable time to visit Auli is during October to March, where nature lovers along with skiing enthusiasts can enjoy this place. It is advisable to avoid this place during monsoon, as it can cause numerous issues.

Height from Sea Level

It is located at an altitude of 2,800 meters (approximately), which is around 9.186 feet from sea level.

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