Kausani is a dream destination, the vantage point for a breathtaking view of the Nanda Devi mountain range, admist dense pine forests. You can fell the proximity of the snowy Himalayan peaks Trishul, Panchchuli, Nanda Ghunti and Chaukhamba from here and immerse yourself into the scenic grandeur.
Mahatama Gandhi spent sometime here, while he was writing the book “Anashakti Yoga’ a Commentary on Bhagawat Gita.The “Anashakti Ashram’ was founded here by his disciple Sarla Ben (Katherine Heilmen).
From an impressive height of 1,890 mtrs.The Himalayas can be seen in their towering glory. Look below and you’ll sea the Gomti River rushing into the Katyuni valley.Kausani is also the birth place of famous Hindi poet Sumitra Nanadan Pant.
How to reach Kausani
The nearest airport is Pantnagar (180Kms).
From There you can hire a taxi b to reach Kausani.
The nearest railhead is Kathgodam (103 Kms). The roads remain open round the year.
Places Near Kausani:
Almora is 50 Kms away. Ranikhet is 70Kms. Nainital 120 Kms and Bageshwar is at a distance of 39 Kms.
Places to Visit:
Kausani is a very quite place far from the madding crowd. Just walk down the hills admits dense forests. Trek around to reach the highest points of the hills Pinnath (5Kms.) Burapinnath (6Kms) and Bhatkot (12Kms) Enjoy the relaxing day, get wonderstruck by the starry nights.
