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March, 2005
Josimath:
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, aparticipant. 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. References: Skiing championship
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