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{{Infobox settlement
| name = Auli
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| settlement_type = Hill station
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| image_caption = View of Auli Hill station
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| subdivision_name2 = [[Chamoli district|Chamoli]]
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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 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==
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==
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.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Auli |url=https://travelvaidya.com/destination/auli/ |access-date=2025-07-16 |language=en-US}}</ref>

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 mode="nolines">
File:Auli Himalayas.jpg|Auli
File:Auli Bugyal Green.jpg| Auli Bugyal Greenery
File:Auli Bugyal Himalayas.jpg|[[Auli Bugyal]]
File:Himalayas near Auli.jpg|Himalayas near Auli

</gallery>

== Climate ==
[[Subtropical highland climate|''Cwb'']].{{Weather box|collapsed =
|location = Auli
|metric first = Yes
|single line = Yes
|Jan high C = 2.5
|Feb high C = 3.4
|Mar high C = 6.7
|Apr high C = 10.9
|May high C =14.7
|Jun high C = 17.2
|Jul high C = 17.5
|Aug high C = 17.2
|Sep high C = 16.1
|Oct high C = 12.8
|Nov high C = 9.8
|Dec high C = 6.4
|Year high C =
|Jan low C = -7.6
|Feb low C = -6.4
|Mar low C = -4.4
|Apr low C = -0.7
|May low C = 3.2
|Jun low C = 8.2
|Jul low C = 11.9
|Aug low C = 11.7
|Sep low C = 8.2
|Oct low C = 2.4
|Nov low C = -0.8
|Dec low C = -4.2
|Year low C =
|Jan precipitation mm = 119
|Feb precipitation mm = 125
|Mar precipitation mm =139
|Apr precipitation mm = 70
|May precipitation mm = 56
|Jun precipitation mm =117
|Jul precipitation mm = 333
|Aug precipitation mm = 312
|Sep precipitation mm = 186
|Oct precipitation mm = 60
|Nov precipitation mm = 28
|Dec precipitation mm = 55
|Year precipitation mm =
| source = https://en.climate-data.org/location/275421/
|date=December 2024}}

==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 ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==
{{Commons category|Auli}}
* [https://uttarakhandtourism.gov.in/destination/auli Auli – Uttarakhand Tourism]
* [https://chamoli.gov.in/tourist-place/auli/ Tourist places of Chamoli district: Auli]

[[Category:Tourist attractions in Uttarakhand]]
[[Category:Ski areas and resorts in India]]
[[Category:Aerial tramways in India]]
[[Category:Cities and towns in Chamoli district]]

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Ilushiktka at 05:52, 6 February 2026