* It is an important ski destination in the Himalayan mountains of Uttarakhand, India.
* Auli is known as 'Bugyal' in the regional language which means meadow.
* In fact some French and Australian experts consider Auli to be one of the best ski resorts in the world.
* Auli is less known ski destination than Shimla, Gulmarg or Manali.
* It was only in the recent time, after the creation of new state Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal) carved out from Uttar Pradesh, Auli was marketed as Tourist Destination.
* The state is called "Dev Bhoomi" which means "Land of Gods" as there are important pilgrimage destination in this state mainly the 'Char Dham' (Gangotri-Yamunotri-Kedarn
* Auli lies on the way to Badrinath. Auli is blessed with a breathtaking panoramic view of the lofty peaks of the greatest mountain range in the world, the Himalayas.
* The slopes here provide enough thrill to professional skier and novice as well.
* Auli also boasts the Asia's longest - 4 km - cable car (Gondola).
* It also has a Chair Lift and a Ski-Lift. Apart from Skiing there is an interesting trek route also.
* A small temple having connection to great epic Ramayana is also present.
* Best time to visit is last week of Jan to first week of March for skiing. Though weather is highly unpredictable.
* Auli is less known ski destination than Shimla, Gulmarg or Manali.
* It was only in the recent time, after the creation of new state Uttarakhand (formerly Uttaranchal) carved out from Uttar Pradesh, Auli was marketed as Tourist Destination.
* The state is called "Dev Bhoomi" which means "Land of Gods" as there are important pilgrimage destination in this state mainly the 'Char Dham' (Gangotri-Yamunotri-Kedarn
* Auli lies on the way to Badrinath. Auli is blessed with a breathtaking panoramic view of the lofty peaks of the greatest mountain range in the world, the Himalayas.
* The slopes here provide enough thrill to professional skier and novice as well.
* Auli also boasts the Asia's longest - 4 km - cable car (Gondola).
* It also has a Chair Lift and a Ski-Lift. Apart from Skiing there is an interesting trek route also.
* A small temple having connection to great epic Ramayana is also present.
* Best time to visit is last week of Jan to first week of March for skiing. Though weather is highly unpredictable.
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