KAUSANI – Switzerland in the Himalayas 

Best places to visit in Kausani, sightseeing & tourist attractions in Kausani

A picturesque and lesser-known Himalayan hill station, Kausani in Uttar Pradesh, India, has often compare with Switzerland.  Poised on a narrow ridge and surrounded by thick forests it has a spectacular view of the soaring peak of Nanda Devi. Ultimately, Kausani where the earth seems akin to paradise, uplifts one’s spirit and also fills one with a sense of insignificance.

 

Map of Kausani:

 

What’s Famous Here?: Places You Should Not Miss in Kausani 

Natural Beauty: The person who coined the old adage: getting there is half the fun could well have been inspired by the road to Kausani, a charming little hill resort town in Uttarakhand. The curvaceous road twists around bulging mountains, some mantled with forests, others with terraced mustard fields that ripple yellow like the waves of a golden sea. It crosses silvery blue rivers that are spanned by metal bridges and zips down roads bordered with trees daubed in a million shades of green, gold and rust. Occasionally the snow capped peaks of the might Himalayas rear up to trace the far horizon. In the distance small hamlets teetered on mountain ridges, seemingly ready to tumble off their precarious perch. Green wheat fields undulate on slim ridges and there is an air of explosive lushness about the landscape.

 

What to See: Tour package of Kausani sightseeing spots

Anasakti Ashrama: the quiet retreat where Mahatma Gandhi spent a few days admiring the spectacular scenery. During his 2week stay he observed: “the scenery of these hills and the climate surpass or equal any of the beauty spots of the world.” Shielded by mighty deodars and swooning in the embrace of nature, the ashram commands views of the 350 km stretch of the Himalayas, for which Kausani is justly famous. In these soothing confines he recuperated from the devastating effect of his imprisonment and was inspired to write his book Anasakti Yoga, his commentary on the Gita.

Baijnath temple: by the banks of river Gomti a miracle takes place at Baijnath temple every day. Here, within the compound, devotees and tourists gather around a smooth round rock. Then as stipulated by tradition, they chanted “Aum” in unison and lifted the stone with effortless ease with their index fingers. Here where the Himalayas seem to hover protectively on the horizon, one tends to take major and minor miracles in one’s stride.

Three Peaks: Once in Kausani, nestled amidst dense forests atop a narrow ridge, the three pronged peak of Trishul and the twin peaks of Nanda Devi greet visitors. As the sun slips slowly below the horizon, the snow-dusted peaks acquired a roseate hue and the lower ranges resembled the waves of an ocean in mid heave.

 

Travel to Kausani:

Best Time to Visit: Hindi, Kumaoni, Garhwali

Local Languages: March to September.

How to Reach?

How to reach Kausani?

AIR: You can take flights to Kausani, The nearest airport is at Delhi from the city. Flights from Delhi, take passengers in and out of Kausani.

RAIL: You can also take trains to Kausani the nearest railheads are at Kathgodam and Haldwani. The overnight Ranikhet Express leaves Delhi at around 10.45 am and reaches Haldwani the next morning at around 6 am. From here one may hire or share a taxi. Getting there is half the fun and the drive offers some truly magnificent sights!

ROAD: You can also hire a car to Kausani or you can book bus tickets to Kausani. You can book bus tickets to Kausani. Most of the major bus operators run frequent bus services between Kausani and comprises Binsar, Almora, Chaukori, Ranikhet and Nainital etc.

Excursions from Kausani:

Bageshwar: The town that straddles the river Sarju is famous for its Shiva temple and the popular Uttarayani fair held every January.

Katarmal: The 9th century temple here is one of the most important ones dedicated to the Sun God.

Almora Situated at an elevation of 5,400 feet in the Himalayas, is the picturesque mountain resort town of Almora. This little hill station at Uttaranchal in India is often referred to as the cultural center of the Kumaon Hills. Almora is also the base for a number of soft trekking trails.

 

Ranikhet: Ranikhet is a place that enchants all. According to legend, a Kumaoni Queen Rani Padmini who was enchanted with the mountains and green glens of a tiny hill hamlet, requested her king Raja Sukhedev to build her a Grand Palace there. They then named it Ranikhet or Queen’s Meadow. The palace has vanished but the place continues to lure tourists with scenes straight out of picture postcards.

 

Pithoragarh (107 km) Often referred to as ‘Mini Kashmir’ the town is blessed with mountain trails, ashrams, religious shrines and peace.

 

Nainital: Set in the grand tapestry of the Kilburry Mountains, is the Himalayan Hill Resort town of Nainital. Raucous families row and spin around in pedal boats on its grey-green lake and honeymooners stare into each other’s eyes as they stroll up and down the Mall. While pockets of ineffable charm still remain, Nainital which was once the home of the legendary shikari Jim Corbett, has been overtaken by its own popularity and has acquired a big town buzz.

 

Hotels and Resorts in Kausani : From major Hotel  to guest houses, this city looks after all the accommodation needs of all. Here is a list of the hotels:

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Flights to Kausani: You can take flights to Kausani, The nearest airport is at Delhi from the city. Flights from Delhi, take passengers in and out of Kausani.

Trains to Kausani: You can also take trains to Kausani the nearest railheads are at Kathgodam and Haldwani. The overnight Ranikhet Express leaves Delhi at around 10.45 am and reaches Haldwani the next morning at around 6 am. From here one may hire or share a taxi. Getting there is half the fun and the drive offers some truly magnificent sights!

Buses to Kausani : you can book bus tickets to Kausani. You can book bus tickets to Kausani. Most of the major bus operators run frequent bus services between Kausani and comprises Binsar, Almora, Chaukori, Ranikhet and Nainital etc.

Car Hire in Kausani : To experience Kausani at your own pace you can take a car hire. Hire a cab and get enchanted by the captivating locations of Kausani. You can also hire a cab for excursions from Kausani.