Auli, 16km from Joshimath nestles in the lap of the snow-capped peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas and is an ideal ski resort with its slopes comparable to the best in the world. At an altitude of 2500 to 3050 meters above the sea-level, Auli's well dressed slopes are flanked by coniferuos and oak forests and offer panoramic view of Mt. Nanda Devi, Mana Parbat, Dungagri, Beethartoli, Nikanth Hathi Parbat and Ghori Parbat.
GMVN provides following facilities at Auli's for tourist -
A state-of-the art Ski lift which has been imported from France. The Ski lift is 500 meters long which is longest in the country. The slopes of Auli also have the luxury of an 800 meters long chair lift linking lower with upper slopes. There are two snow-beaters imported from Germany. Dressed and improve ski slopes which make Auli ideal for hosting skiing festivals and competition. A 3.9km lone ropeway links Joshimath with upper slopes of Auli. It covers a track distance of 4.5km and is the longest ropeway in the Asia in zig back system. It has ten towers of self supporting steel structures with saddles and shoes. Remote controlled Hydraulic and pneumatic braking system make it in safest ropeway. Besides, most sophisticated electronic circuit with telemetry and storm warning devices are used to minimise human error.
Auli has now become a leading tourist spot. While its slopes beckon daring and gallant skiing enthusiasts, its pristine natural beauty and its alpine atmosphere lure many tourists. A haven for those who want to escape the humdrum of everyday life, conquer their fear of heights, savor nature in its purest form or just throw snowballs at each other.
Area
: 5 Sq. km.
Altitude : 2915 meters to 3049 meters above sea level.
Season : December end – early March.
Clothing : Summer : Light Woolens.
: Winter : Heavy Woolens.
Language : Hindi, English, Garhwali.
Festivals : Winter Festival, Auli.
Adequate medical facilities
are available at Auli and Joshimath and medical assistance can be easily
obtained from Army and Civil
hospitals, including, emergency rescue by helicopters.
Air
For those traveling by air, the nearest
airport is at Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) 273 km from Joshimath, 17 km
from Rishikesh.
Rail
Coming from any part of India, the nearest rail head is Haridwar 299 km from
Auli.
Road
Auli is only a 13 km drive from Joshimath. Distance between Joshimath and
Rishikesh (253 kms), Haridwar (277 km), Dehradun (298 km) and Delhi (500
km).
By Cable Car
The most popular way to drop in at Auli
is by the famed cable car service which runs for 3 kms. Traveling by the
rope-way, it is impossible to resist the captive beauty of the snow covered
peaks, the alpine forest and the bracing climate.