Josimath, 02 March 2005
The national level Senior Alpine Skiing Championship began in the Auli report amid much fanfare yesterday. Skiing enthusiasts from all over the world are participating in the championship, which is a part of the annual winter games.
Auli, which lies in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttaranchal, is also known as the ‘Switzerland of the East’.
The pristine hamlet has been covered in a blanket of snow due to heavy snowfall in the past 20 years. This has come as a blessing in disguise for the tourists.
Teams of the Indian Army and paramilitary force Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) are also taking part in the championship.
“This time the snow is very good and the skiing training is going on very well,” said Preeti, a participant.
Apart from the magnificent alpine slopes, Auli has a 3.9-km long ropeway. Besides, an 800 metres long ski lift and 500 metres chair lift add to the thrill. (ANI)
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