At an altitude of over 6075 ft above sea level, Kausani is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and imagination-stirring scenic beauty, which has earned it the autograph of 'Switzerland of India'. Besides being the birthplace of the famous poet Sumitra Nandan Pant, the place was also visited by Mahatma Gandhi who was so enamored of its dazzling natural beauty. Originally known as Valna, the mesmerizing hill resort of Kausani offers the ultimate vacation creating the romantic environment. |
Kausani offers several vantage points from where one can have a mesmerizing view of the vistas and photogenic scenery of the landscape including the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. |
Another major attraction of the hill resort of Kausani is the Anashakti Ashram. The Anashakti Ashram has the proud privilege of being associated with Mahatma Gandhi,Well known for the beauty of its landscape and the warmth of its welcome, Kausani offers the mind-boggling panoramic view of the Kumaon Himalayas. View the changing moods of the high Himalayan peaks like the Nanda Devi, Trishul, and the Nandakot. |
The famous temple towns of Baijnath and Bageshwar which are close to the hill resort of Kausani and attract a large number of devotees as well as tourists all round the year. The hill resort of Kausani offers the nearby attraction of a bird sanctuary to the wildlife enthusiasts at Binsar, which is in close proximity to the hill resort. Binsar offers wonderful view of the Himalayan peaks like the Nanda Devi. |
Distance by Road from Kausani |
 Delhi - 405 km |
Ranikhet(via Binta) - 60 km |
Ranikhet(via Kosi) - 75 km |
Almora - 90 kms |
Nainital - 117 km |
Corbett Park - 148 km |
By Air :There is no direct route to reach Kausani by Air. The nearest airport is at Pantnagar, at a distance180 km. From Pantnagar one can reach Kausani by road. |
By Rail :The nearest railhead to Kausani is the railway station at Kathgodam at a distance of 142 km and caters to the rail transport to Kausani. |
By Road :Bus services connect Kausani with the other hill resorts including Ranikhet, Almora, Gwaldam, Pittoragarh and Nainital. |
