Kausani

Mountain views and tea gardens

NESTLED IN THE beautiful kumaon hills just about 50 km from Almora the tiny and lovely hillstation of Kausani is perched at 1,852 m above sea level it is unique for its unparalleled 250 km wide picturesque views of the himalayan snowpeaks mahatma gandhi spent considerable time here 1929 with its enormous mountains silhouetted against the sky a deep sense of tranquillity Kausani is often compared to switzerland and called the jewel of  the himalayas – terms the t sum up the essence of this hill town there is plenty to see in and around Kausani literature lovers must visit the pant museum devoted to the legendary hindi poet’s house turned museum showcases his daily use articles drafts and awards for trekkers there is pinakeshwar 20 km away nearby someshwar has a famous shiv temple the Kausani tea estate is a delight for those who love the world’s favourite brew