Kausani is situated at a height of 1,890 meters. Kausani is a hill station and village in the Bageshwar district (6,200 ft). It is known for its picturesque beauty and 300-kilometer-wide panoramic vistas of Himalayan peaks such as Trisul, Nanda Devi, and Panchachuli. Because of the resemblance in the scenery, Mahatma Gandhi dubbed this location the “Switzerland of India.”
Before September 15, 1997, Kausani was part of the Almora district; once the Bageshwar district was split, it became part of the Bageshwar district. Coming to this gorgeous hill station without a plan is probably the best way to see it.
The magnificent play of colors on the mountain peaks surrounding Kausani can keep you occupied for a whole day. The breathtaking panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like Trishul, Nanda Devi, and the majestic Panchachuli from this settlement, nestled on a ridge covered in chir and blue pine woods, is well-known. The snow-capped peaks take on every color of the rising golden orb as the sun peeks above the horizon. You can also go exploring in the adjacent woods, which are teeming with wildlife, chirping birds, and trickling waterways.
Climate
Kausani has the coldest climate for the majority of the year. Temperatures range from 10 to 26 degrees Celsius in the summer. Winters are bitterly cold, with temperatures ranging from 15 to 20 degrees Celsius. And the rainfall ranges from 3048 mm to 1777 mm.
Kausani is a popular tourist destination in India for hill stations, weekend gateways, single travelers, and foreigners. Kausani is a well-recommended honeymoon and couple’s destination.
Some of the most popular locations in Kausani
- Anasakti Ashram’s
Mahatma Gandhi spent time at Anasakti Ashram, where he composed his critique of Anasakti Yog. Mahatma Gandhi is reportedly said to have seen the Himalayas from this location and given it the name “Switzerland of India.”
- Lakshmi Ashram
It is a Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Lakshmi. Lakshmi ashram is a women’s empowerment center run by Kumaoni women who are dedicated to social service and women’s upliftment.
- Shawl manufacturing
Kumaon Shawl Emporium has a fantastic assortment of high-quality woolen shawls that have been cleverly fashioned by local weavers.
- Sumitra Nandan Pant Museum
It is a museum dedicated to Sumitra Nandan Pant. The Pant Museum is named after Sumitranandan Pant, a famous Hindi poet who was born in Kausani. It houses objects from his daily life, as well as draughts of his poetry, correspondence, and awards.
When is the best time to go?
Weather conditions must be taken into account to appreciate the beauty of Kausani, learn about local culture, and feel the sainthood of temples.
The weather in Kausani (Bageshwar) varies throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from -2°C in the winter to 40°C in the summer, but the busiest months are March to June (15°C to 28°C) in the summer and November to January (2°C to 15°C) in the winter.
Interests/Activities
Kausani (little Switzerland) is well-known for sightseeing, hill stations, serene surroundings, handcrafted cosmetic goods, shawls, and fruit juices, among other things.
How do you get there?
Bageshwar is 37.5 kilometers away, and Almora is 67 kilometers away. By motorable roads, Bageshwar and Almora are well connected to Kausani.
In order to get to Kausani, you can hire a cab or take public transportation as well.
