Situated at 53 KM from Almora district Kausani is one of the less known, nevertheless equally beautiful hill stations of india. Its original bane is Valna. It is situated at Pignath Peak and offers a breathtaking blew of mighty Himalayas if the weather is clear. It is called the Switzerland of India and rightly so. The white clouds just a few meters above the place look like “Cotton balls” flying in the sky. The beautiful, pristine sceneries of the place attract the visitors. It has many natural gifts and treasures to surprise its visitors. A large variety of our feathered friends beautifully populate the place: measuring the sky with their wings, perching atop the trees, building or mending their beautiful nests, these exotic birds are nearly everywhere to see. The grand and old trees with inhabiting them are not less impressive themselves and there are lots of them towering and belittling each other in their eagerness to get a glimpse of the top most peak of might Himalayas.
The place, situated atop the ridge at an altitude of around 1890 mtr, offers panoramic views of famous Himalayan peaks like Panchkli, Trishul, Nanda Devi, etc. through 300 KM wide stretch of Himalayas. The experience is so unique that the words fall short of expressing the joy that not only instantly descends on the hearts but seeps well into its depth, carving the beautiful image on the mind.
The place is one of the best honeymoon spots with its romantic ambience, quietness, natural scenery, descending clouds and hue changing sky. Towering coniferous trees beautifully populated by colorful birds and cool caressing breeze further enhance the ambience. Due to its location and geographical qualities the place is great for adventure seekers too, who flock in large groups here. Then there are many working professionals, students and families from nearby big cities like Delhi who want to experience quick weekend rejuvenation.
What to see
Anasakti Ashram
Anasakti in Hindi means “Non-attachment”. The place got its name as the legendary national saint Mahatma Gandhi wrote his masterpiece by the similar name (Gita Anasakti Yoga) here. The place seems a perfect personalization of “Purity”, with its clear weather, tranquility, natural harmony, beautiful sceneries and lush greenery. The legendary Mahatma “Gandhi” stayed here for some time and was highly inspired by this soul rejuvenating place. So much that he called it the “Switzerland of India”. One can see Snow-Covered Himalayas from here.
Pant Museum
One of the most distinct Hindi poets Sumitranandan Pant was also born in Kausani. The house where he was born has been converted and conserved as a museum exhibiting his work collections, the daily belongings, awards, etc. The museum attracts the students of Hindi literature, connoisseurs of Hindi poems and general public as well. Except Mondays the museum is opened daily from 10:30 to 4:30.
Tea Estates
The vast expansive tea estates are situated just near Kausani. Visiting these tea estates and watching the hard working and happy workers diligently involved in various activities while talking, laughing and discussing their life with their fellows is a unique experience.
Laxmi Ashram
Situated a kilometer away from Kausani, this is a place completely dedicated to the upliftment of women and social welfare. The local Kumauni women efficiently run the ashram with the sole motto of helping others. Started by a Gandhi Disciple, Sarla Ben, (Kaitereine Helleman), the ashram is located in quiet uninhabited area in the dense pine forests.
There are many places to visit around Kausani that cater to different kind of tourists.
For Adventurous Seekers
· Pindari Glacier Trek
· Milam Glacier Trek
· Sunder Dhunga Trek
For Spiritual Tourists
· BaijNath
· Bageshwar
· Patal Bhuvaneshwar
· Badhan Garu Mandir
· Narsingh Mandir
· Krishna Giri
For Nature Lovers
· Chaukori
· Gangolihaat
· Tall Camp
· Laubanj Village
How to reach
By Air
The nearest Airport, Pantnagar is 178 KM away from the place from where you can easily get a taxi to the Kausani at economical fares.
By rail
Kathgodam, situated at 141 KM is the nearest railway station You can take Uttarakhand Sampark Kranti or Ranikhet express to reach Kathgodam. Bust or Taxi services are available at Kathgodam for proceeding further.
By road
Kausani is 431 KM from Delhi and you can easily get a bus to Kausani from there.
When to go
April to June or September to November are the best seasons to visit the place.
What to Buy
The place does not boast of any grand shopping mall. Even finding a medium sized regular shops is bit of a task there. But the local markets here is the best place to explore a unique, quiet way of shopping and you can buy varieties of handmade items and especially its famous tea with unique charatcteristics.
Where to stay
The KMVN (Kumauni Mandal Vikas Nigam) is both ideal and economical place to stay. Due to its geographical location and structure, one can get some panoramic view of the mountains from here.
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