Auli is a famous hill station and a popular winter destination as a ski resort in India. Auli has everything an ideal tourist dreams of like Himalayan views, Meadows, adventure activities, romantic views, cable cars, and much more. From snow-capped peaks to wooden huts, Auli is no less than a European village. It is situated at an astonishing height of 2505 meters, which offers a spectacular view of the verdant Himalayas.
JOSHIMATH
Joshimath, also known as Jyotirmath, is a hill town situated at an altitude of 6150 feet in the Chamoli district of the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. It serves as an important religious center for Hindu pilgrims and is located near one of the four ‘maths’ established by Adi Guru Sri Shankaracharya in the 8th century. called Atharvaveda. This ‘math’ is dedicated to the sacred text of the Hindus. Overlooking the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga at Vishnu Prayag, Joshimath is also the winter home of Lord Badri. As the idol is shifted from Badrinath to Joshimath during winter. Nestled amidst the lap of the snow-clad Himalayas, Joshimath is also known as the ‘Gateway to Trekking’ with the Valley of Flowers trek located close to Joshimath. Joshimath is also a popular gateway to many places of religious importance.
VIEW POINT AULI
The panoramic views in Auli can be astonishing as it is surrounded by very high peaks including Nanda Devi (7817 m). The Hanuman temple is believed to be the place where Hanuman took some rest when he came to the Himalayas. To bring Sanjivani to save Rama’s younger brother Lakshmana. Visitors can also enjoy a cable car here which can give them beautiful views of the surroundings. Auli also has an artificial lake which is the highest man-made lake in the world.
CHENAB LAKE
Chenab Lake is an artificial lake that serves as a water reservoir for the people of Auli in Uttarakhand. It is a small crystalline lake that is still less explored and is in its purest state, which catches the eye of tourists and makes it an attractive place. The trek to Chenab Lake is for those who really want a raw and authentic trekking experience – through rocky passes of twigs and plants are covered. Protected by the Garhwal Himalayan range, Chenab Lake still has crystal clear water that acts like a prism for the mountains. Since the area around the lake remains untouched, you will not find well-maintained roads to trek on. No motorcycle or vehicle can be ridden on this track.
VISHNUPRAYAG
Vishnuprayag is beautiful and one of the best places to visit on your Auli vacation. This is the first Prayag among the Panch Prayags, where the Alaknanda River meets the Dhauliganga River. It is the best place to spend some relaxing time in beautiful surroundings. You can explore the ashrams here and visit the Vishnu Prayag temple.
MANA VILLAGE
Mana Village is the last Indian village that is a famous tourist place in Uttarakhand. Located in Chamoli, it is known as the “Tourism Village”. This village is just 3 km away from Badrinath Temple. Surrounded by beautiful Himalayan hills, this village is a must-visit place. Neelkanth, Tapt Kund, Mata Murti Temple, Vasudhara, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Bhim Pul are famous attractions in Mana village.
AULI ARTIFICIAL LAKE
Auli Artificial Lake is one of the highest artificial lakes in the world which is situated near the peak of Auli. It offers beautiful views of the Himalayan peaks that give you inner peace. During the summer, the government makes artificial snow on the ski slopes. After skiing, you can just sit here and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES
Auli is famous for its range of adventure activities. If you come here in winter, you can do activities like skiing, snowboarding, balloon riding, and hiking. And in summer you can enjoy various activities here including trekking, camping, a cable car ride, and bird watching. Skiing is one of the most famous activities in Auli. Auli hosts the National Alpine Skiing Competition every year starting between January and February. If you happen to come to Auli during this time, you can participate. You can indulge yourself in a 7 to 14 days course of skiing.
AULI SKI RESORT
To experience the true essence of the place, Ski Resort is one of the best places to visit in Auli. The hotel provides all the basic amenities along with hot water, the necessary kit, a restaurant, and a spectacular view of the surrounding area. Since it is close to many adventure spots in Auli, GMVN Ski Resort has managed to carve itself out to be the leading ski resort brand. Of Auli.
GURSO BUGYAL
The 3 km trek to Gurso Bugyal is known for its 360-degree view of Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi, Drona, and Trishul. The entire trekking trail is full of flowers during spring while it looks like a frozen dreamland in winter. Click as many pictures as you want And once you reach the top of the hill, check out the bird’s eye view of the flowing river and rolling meadows and deodar forests. If you don’t want to trek for 3 km, take the ropeway service. It is at a distance of about 1.5 km from the end tower of the ropeway.
SAILDAR TAPOVAN
Saildar Tapovan is a small village situated at a distance of 13 km from Auli town, which has a hot water spring. The village is a cultural hotspot and many tourists come here to get closer to mother nature as the place is still quite unknown to many. Enthusiastic shoppers can buy various handicraft items made by the local people and whet their appetite at the local shop by tasting the local delicacies.
Also, read our blog TOP TREKS IN UTTARAKHAND.
