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Places to Visit in Auli

Located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand is one of the best city that is in close proximity to almost all of the Auli tourist places; Joshimath. Also known as Jyotirmath, this small town is the beginning point of many Himalayan expeditions, including the ropeway to Auli, and the trekking trail to Badrinath. 

Home to Shankaracharya Math and Tapovan Natural Hot Springs, one has to surely pass this town to get to Auli. Apart from the religious significance of this place, it is also a hotspot for adventurous activities popular in this place, the foremost being trekking followed swiftly by camping in Joshimath.

Location: Chamoli District, Uttarakhand

Distance from bus stand: 3 km

The 360-degree view of the Himalayan peaks and almost invisible, dainty towns amidst them are what make the trek to Gurso Bugyal a memorable experience. Elevated over 3,000 meters above sea level, you can see other ranges like the Nandadevi, Trishul and Dron from atop the hill.

You can make stops on the 3 km long trek of this range, and intake a panoramic view of the rapidly flowing river, perhaps frozen during winters and the clear skies of Auli. Chattrakhand is a place 1 km from Gurso Bugyal which often attracts many tourists.

Location:  Auli Laga Salude, Uttarakhand

Distance from Bus Stand: 12 km from Bus Stand

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Nanda Devi is the 23rd largest peak of the world and the second-largest in India with a height of 7,816 meters. The name derives from the etymological equivalent that means ‘Bliss-giving God’. It is a popular trekking destination and  provides a 360 degree view of its beautiful surroundings.

As per mythology, it is a highly religious spot and attracts many devotees from all across the world. It is a popular trekking spot with snowy peaks around it surrounded with pine trees. The view at night is mesmerizing. 

Location: TCP Market, TCP Market Joshimath, Joshimath Auli – 246443

Distance from Auli Bus Stand: 18 km

Connecting the hill stations of Joshimath and Auli, Auli Ropeway is one of the tops draws when it comes to the topnotch places to visit in Auli. The highest and the longest ropeway in India after the one at Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir, it covers an approximate distance of 4km and presents the traveller with gaping views of the snowy valleys and verdant meadows below. Also called ‘Gondola’, it travels at a height of 3,010m above sea level. 

The Auli Ropeway operates with a ski lift and a chairlift that rest on 10 steel towers. This bi-cable contraption was built in order to present travellers to Auli with a scintillating experience. It ascends gradually to a height of 1,110m. In the skiing season in Auli, it presents exciting views of the skiing competitions that are organized by the government’s tourism department. 

You can board the ropeway at either Auli or at Joshimath and the cost of it approximately 400/- INR.

Location: Trail To Ropeway, Joshimath, Uttarakhand

Distance from Bus stand: 4 km from Joshimath

Chattrakund is one of the best places to visit in Auli. In Joshimath, it is a small lake at about 4 km from Auli. It is located 3,300 meters above sea level.  It has a resounding collection of trees, including oak, pine and deodar.

Watching sunrise may be a little chilly during winters, but sunsets pose as epitome of perfectionism with an orange glow and cotton candy clouds. It is a perfect spot to be enjoyed either alone, with family or your spouse. Tourists usually trek to this spot in the morning and recede before the sunsets.

Location: Joshimnath, Auli, Uttarakhand

Distance from Auli Bus Stand: 22 km

Chenab Lake is yet another tourist place in Auli with a grand scenery and magnificent views. It is located at a distance of approximately 2 km from the GMVN guest house, one of the popular residential places in Auli.

Chenab Lake is a man-made artificial lake in the area. It was built for the sole purpose of tourism, and is one of the best places to visit in Auli. It has a skiing area around it with pine trees and small stalls. It also acts as a water-storing reservoir that helps the town in case of low water circulation.

Location: Dang Village, Thang Village Auli – 246443 

Distance from Auli Bus Stand: 8 km

Trishul Peak is one of the best tourist places in Auli due to a 270-degree view of snow-clad hills surrounding it. Another picturesque destination, Nanda Devi can be seen from here with its majestic beauty. From Trishul Peak you can have a picturesque view of the town of Auli.

The Chenab Lake, or the artificial lake, is also visible from here. The Chenab Lake, or the artificial lake, is also visible from here. It is majorly a popular tourist attraction in Auli due to the series of Hathi, Ghoda and Palki hills.

Location: Garhwal Region, Auli Joshimath Auli – 246443

Distance from Auli Bus Stand: 17 km

Among the famous trekking tourist places in Auli, Kwani Bugyal is situated 3,350 metres above sea level and is a haven for the lovers of the adventure sport. The place is a popular destination among tourists during the summer months when hundreds of them visit the region for trekking.

Offering some of the most spectacular views of the snowclad mountain peaks, Kwani Bugyal offers unadulterated glimpses of Nanda Devi and Dunagiri mountains. The 13-kilometre trek from Auli to here is filled with panoramic scenery, fresh air, and lots of adventure. 

Location: Auli, Uttarakhand

Distance from Bus sand: 13 kilometres from Auli

Shaildhar is a popular tourist place to visit in Auli due to the presence of a hot spring about 3 km from it. It is a hamlet at a distance of 15 km from the town of Auli and lies on the Joshimath road. The village offers great cultural exposure to the tourists and poses as a dainty tourist attraction in Auli.

Foreigners, in particular, are fond of this village because of its hospitable local people. The traditional handicrafts are also sold around the area making it a hotspot for shopping. 

Location: Joshimath Road, Auli

Distance from Auli Bus Stand: 22 km

One of the most popular places to visit in Auli, Nanda Devi National Park is the second highest mountain peak in the country. Spread over 630.33 square kilometres, Nanda Devi National Park, along with the neighbouring Valley of Flowers, forms the Nanda Devi Biosphere.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the national park is home to a wide variety of rare and endangered species of flora and fauna, including but not limited to Himalayan black bear, a snow leopard, and Himalayan musk deer. You can also visit the famous Nanda Devi Sanctuary, a glacial basin situated within the national park.

Location: Chamoli, Uttarakhand, 46443

Distance from Bus sand: 17.3 kilometres from Joshimath bus station; Joshimath is 445 kilometres from Auli

Land of the famous man-eater killed by Jim Corbett in 1925, Rudraprayag is among the major places to visit in Auli. Located at a short distance from other popular places in the state of Uttarakhand, including Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Dehradun, Rudraprayag is a famous spot for trekkers travelling up to Kedarnath.

The tranquil ambience of the surrounding landscape makes it an amazing place to relax and unwind. There are a lot of temples and lakes around the region for exploration, but some of them require you to hire a taxi. When here, it’s a great idea to trek to nearby interesting places such as Tungnath and Chopta.

Location: Uttarakhand 246171

Distance from Bus sand: 114 kilometres from Joshimath bus station

A beautiful town in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, Nandaprayag is among the most wonderful tourist places in Auli and around. Situated at the sacred confluence of Mandakini and Alaknanda river, the destination is equally important to religious and spiritual travellers.

It is believed that a holy dip in the waters here has the power to wash away sins. The former capital of the Yadu Kingdom, Nandaprayag’s king is believed to be the person responsible for constructing the Nanda temple.

Location: Uttarakhand, India

Distance from Bus sand: 60.6 kilometres from Joshimath Bus Station

A 3-kilometre trek from Tapovan, Bhavishya Badri is home to one among the 5 Badri temples, Bhavishya Badri, and is regarded among the highly revered places to visit in Auli.  Proximately 23 kilometres from Joshimath, the temple sits at an elevation of 2,744 metres above sea level.

Dedicated to Lord Narsimha, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, the temple is believed to be the future resting place of Badrinath. Tales from Hindu mythology speak of a time in the future when a devastating flood will result in the detachment of the right arm of the Narsimha statue which is currently located in Joshimath. The stories go on to say that the detached right arm will eventually present itself at Bhavishya Badri to be worshipped.

Location: Subhai, Uttarakhand 246443

Distance from Bus sand: 20.7 kilometres from Joshimath Bus Station

Located a short distance from Joshimath, Vanshinarayan Kalpeshwar is another popular place to visit in Auli which is of interest to both generals as well as spiritual travellers. The area’s primary attraction is the Kalpeshawar temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva which sits atop a height of 2,200 metres in the heart of the panoramic Urgam Valley.

One among five Shiva temples, the other four being Tungnath, Kedarnath, Rudranath, and Madhyamaheshwar, Kalpeshawar is the only temple which can be visited any time of the year.

Location: 10 Km From Helang Village, Urgam Village, Auli, Uttarakhand 246443

Distance from Bus stand: 163 kilometres to Auli