About Chamoli

Chamoli in Uttarakhand is known for its pilgrimage centres , scenic, pilgrimage centres, landscapes and biodiversity hotspots.Chamoli is  Situated at an altitude of 1308m above mean sea level, Chamoli is surrounded by the district of Uttarkashi in northwest, Pithoragarh in southwest, Almora in southeast, Rudraprayag in the southwest and Tehri Grahwal in the west.

Chamoli is important as several Hindu pilgrimage sites are located in the district. Two of the Chota Char Dham temples – Badrinath and Kedarnath, Joshimath and Joshimath, the northern peetha established by Shankaracharya are the most important. Three of the five prayags – Vishnuprayag,  NandParyag, and Karnaparyaag– are situated in Chamoli.

Besides its religious significance, Chamoli is also known for its scenic splendour and bio-diversity. The Valley of Flowers is the most famous national park in the district. Roopkund  and Kauri Pass also known as Mystery Lake are other places known for their scenic splendour. The beauty of Chamoli assure to go away everyone spellbound. It is said that Kalidas wrote many of his legendary masterpieces in Chamoli.

Chamoli is also known for the winter sports it offers. Auli is among the popular skiing destination in Uttrakhand.

People of the district have also been at the forefront of efforts to save the environment. Chamoli shot into fame as it was the birthplace of Chipko Movement. Chipko was a grass root-level movement to save the trees and also famous for Valley of flower.