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Hill station in Uttarakhand, India
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Auli is a city in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Auli is nestled in the lap of snow-capped peaks of Garhwal Himalayas, in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, near the religious shrine of Badrinath. At an altitude of 2,500 to 3,050 m above sea level, Auli’s slopes are flanked by coniferous and oak forests, which offer a panoramic view of mountains such as Nanda Devi and Mana Parbat.
Alpine Restaurant
The Alpine Restaurant creates an inviting atmosphere, perfect for both intimate dinners and casual gatherings with the option of open-air dining overlooking the mighty mountain. Whether you're dining solo, with a loved one, or with friends, our restaurant provides a tranquil escape from the outside world.
Blackberry Cottages
Blackberry Cottage and Resort, Auli offers options of A-shaped cottages and Family Suite. The cottages and rooms are well furnished with comfortable rooms offering panoramic views of the mountains and easy access to the skiing slopes.
By train
Coming from any part of India, the nearest rail head is Haridwar 299 km from Auli. Catch a train to New Delhi Station. From New Delhi one can catch a train for Haridwar.
By road
Auli is only a 13 km drive from Joshimath. State transport and Union buses play regularly between Joshimath and Rishikesh (253 km).
The most popular way to drop in at Auli is by the cable car service which runs for 3 km.15 km. Its lower tower is at 1906 m from MSL and the upper tower is at 3016 m.
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