Kausani is the magnificent and snow-crested hills station, such as Trishul, Nanda Devi peaks, Nandakot peaks, and Panchchuli peaks. There are few towns in the Himalayas whose attractiveness can compare with the Kausani. As this place giving a picturesque spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of the Himalayas ranges.
Mahatma Gandhi stayed in Anasakti Ashram for 14 days in 1929. The height of Kausani is 1890, and the area is 5.2sq.km. Kausani is situated 51km from Almora in the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand.
This Hills Station rich by various trees such as meandering creek and Pine tree forests. This place is ideal for travelers, nature lovers, and honeymooners. In the winter season, tourists can enjoy beautiful waterfalls. This place is previously known as the “Valna” blessed with many attraction points and sunset captivating. There are few trek routes available from Kausani, such as Base Kausani trek, Adi Kailash trek, and Bageshwar- Sunderdhunda trek. This town fully covered by Deodar Pine trees, Oak Trees, and Present a Pretty Picture.
Baijnath Town:
Baijnath is the beautiful ancient town wrapped by the eastern half of the Garhwal Himalayas. The famous Baijnath Temple is situated here. There are various ancient temples which are now in ruins. Baijnath town located in the eastern corner of Uttarakhand. This town spread over on the banks of River Gomti Baijnath. Baijnath is a charming town with a rich heritage.
Bajinath Temple is the heartbeat attraction in Baijnath town and its greatest glorious possession. The deities in this temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, which established around the 12th century. The temple has remarkably stood and well preserved to date. It will create an excellent excursion trip for tourists who are staying at Kausani and Almora.
Gandhi Ashram or Anasakti Ashram:
Anasakti Ashram just located in few kilometers from the Kausani bus stand. Also, this ashram can be accessible by a short walk of uphill. Ashram constructed as a tribute to the Mahatma Gandhi, who visited this place and stay here for 14 days in 1929. Mahatma Gandhi was impressed by this divine beauty of Kausani, and he described as this place is “Switzerland of India.” Also, he stimulated to write his discourse of “Anasakti Yoga” here.
The Anasakti Ashram is now assisting with the research cum study centre, and this is the small Museum where the you can avail photos and books of Mahatma Gandhiji. This ashram offers about 24 rooms for accommodation with a library facility for tourists or people who want to do study in Gandhiji. Also, this place is diplomatic and also having few houses for small prayer rooms where prayer sessions can take you on the spiritual way. This Ashrams premises is surrounding by luxurious deodar and pine trees with breath-taking fresh air. This ashram is also known as ‘Geeta Anashakti Yog’.
Rudradhari Falls and Caves:
Rudradhari Falls and Caves situated from 12 km distance from Kausani, which is bounded by the paddy fields and green pine forests. This place located on the trekking way to the Adi Kailash region. Tourists also can be exploring the mysteries of the ancient caves lying near the Rudradhari falls.
As per Hindu Mythology, this place connected with Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. The most famous Someshwar Shiva Temple lies in near the Rudradhari waterfalls.
Trek to Pinnath:
Pinnath is the best way to redevelop your spirits; Pinnath is the most convenient place from Kausani, which is a trek of 5 km. This place is famous for its temple. Which is surrounded by the beauty of nature. This Pinnath temple dedicated to Bhairon, located on the bank of Kosi River. The temple walls and doors decorated with pictures of kings and Pandavas.
Kausani Tea Estate:
Tourists can feel very close to nature in this Tea Estate. This place is a paradise for Tea Lovers. Kausani Tea Estate spread across the 208 hectares, which is situated 5 km away from the main town. Tourists can buy different flavored tea from here. This place remains closed from November to March for heavy Snowfall. Also, people can buy some tea to take back home.
Shopping in Kausani:
In this Kausani, their famous handmade Kausani shawls are available to sell.
Someshwar Temple:
Someshwar Temple is the most beautiful place which is having beautiful flowers valley. This temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Residents are worshipping here. Someshwar Temple is lying about 10-11 km from the famous hill station of Kausani, which is easily accessible.
This temple has positive and divine energy where you may transport your spiritual life. Someshwar Temple has a pleasant experience that is having rustic and humble in its building.
Sumitranandan Pant Museum:
Kausani is the birthplace of Sumitranandan Pant. This Museum has creative work on display from manuscripts of Hindi poems.
There is a collection of books available in English and Hindi language. Every year people celebrate his birth anniversary by a discussion on his poetry.
Stargate Observatory:
Stargate Observatory is the high up in the imposing the Himalayas ranges of Kausani. Kausani is the lies in the magical Stargate Observatory. As this is the gateway to the spiritual galaxy and astrology. This place is an enthusiastic place for observation on star clusters, moons, planets, distant galaxies, constellations, nebulas, and rooted in other sky objects. This place is about 1800 meters above sea level. People can get spectacular views of the Himalayas from Stargate Observatory premises.
The researcher can engage and learn the nuances of astrophotography. With the regular workshops for the same held by this observatory. Those who are interested and want to do a study on our mysterious universe can visit Stargate Observatory. Also, those are interested in Science and Astronomy who can develop himself in this themed Museum. This fascinating site is the seamless location for astrophile to do research and development.
Lakshmi Ashram:
Lakshmi Ashram is just situated 1km from Anashakti Ashram. This ashram runs on Mahatma Gandhiji’s principles. This ashram is an educational institute for girl’s education, which established in the year 1948. Lakshmi Ashram situated in the lap of Himalayas ranges.