At an altitude of 1890 mts. above the sea level, Kausani is nature's
Gift Several snow- capped peaks stand in a stately row, over 300 kms.
in length, shining against the azure sky making the horizon as seen
from Kausani and enviable spectacle. The glory of the snow crowned
Himalayan range reaches its pinnacle when the sunrays turn them into
crimson and gold.At Kausani the grandeor of the Himalayan scenery comes
alive. The view of the snow covered Trishul & Nanda Devi is so
clear that one gets a feeling of the snown being within touching
distance. Mahatma Gandhi, who spent 12 days in 1929 at Kausani, penned
his memorable commentary on the Gita-Ana-Shakti Yoga inspired by the
scenic grandeur of this richly gifted spot. The guest house where the
Mahatma stayed is now known as the Anashakti Ashram.Hindi poet Sumitra
Nandan Pant was born at Kausani. Some of his early poems composed here
have described nature in its myriad manifestations.This charming hill
resort set amidst several snow- capped peaks is endowed with
exceptional natural beauty.one can stay in hotels,resorts govt guest
house in kausani there are many resorts and hotels in kausani with all
the modern amenities
General Information:
| Altitude: |
1890 mts. |
| Temperature: | Summer Max 26 șC Min 10 șC
Winter Max 15 șC Min 2 șC |
| Rainfall: | Max. 3048 mm. Min. 1777 mm.
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| Clothing: | Summer- Cottons/ light woolens
Winter - Woolens |
Baijnath :17 kms from Kaushani, the most important historical place in Uttarakhand is Baijnath which is situated on the banks of the Gomti river. The Baijnath temple here was built thousands of years ago and can still be admired for its carvings and sculptures. Some old temples can also be found here.
Bageshwar :
42 Km from kausani, Bageshwar has its patriotic expressions and picturesque interludes. Situated on the confluence of Gomti and Surya rivers . The Temples of Bagnath situated here is venerated by one and all.During the reign of the Chands, the Shiva temple was constructed at Bageshwar.
Pindari Glacier:
The Pindari Glacier, in the Bageshwar district, falls in the Kumaon Himalayas.This world famous glacier is a trekker's paradise, as it is easier to visit than most other glaciers. This glacier is situated between the snow capped Nanda Devi and Nanda Kot mountains. The glacier is at an altitute of 3353 mts
Pant Museum :
A little away from the Kausani bus stand is a museum named after the Hindi poet Sumitranandan Pant. The house which has the museum is the poet's house of his childhood days. His daily use articles, drafts of his poems, letters, his awards etc. are displayed here.
Lakshmi Ashram :
This place is a center run by women who do social service. Gandhiji's disciple, Sarala Behen spent her life here doing social service. This ashram is located in a solitary area in a dense jungle.
Someshwar :
scenic beauty at a distance of 15 Km from kausani,Famous Shiva temple which was built by King Somchand of the Chand Dynasty. In March every year a festival is held here .
Chaukori :
75 kms away from Kausani and is well known for the majestic view shining against the sky making the horizon as seen from chaukori.The glory of the snow crowned Himalayan range reaches its pinnacle when the sunrays turn them into crimson and gold.it gives the view of the Himalayan peaks from chaukori.