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Whenever it comes to the hilly regions of Uttarakhand, generally the first names that come to people’s mind are the famous and crowded places like Nainital, Mussoorie, and Nainital, where there is a constant flow of tourists all twelve months of the year. But if you want to go far away from the noise of these commercial and overcrowded hill stations and spend some moments of peace in the true lap of nature, then you should go to a magical and peaceful place in Uttarakhand which is called ‘Mini Switzerland’ in the country and the world. We are talking about Kausani, a very beautiful and peaceful hill station situated in the lap of Almora district, which has a distinct identity in the whole world for its immaculate natural beauty, peaks talking to the clouds and dense deodar forests. As soon as you reach here, you will feel such a strange peace away from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan cities and the hustle and bustle of tourist spots, which will remove all the tiredness of your body and mind in a moment. As soon as you step into the valleys of Kausani, it seems as if the pace of time has slowed down a bit and nature has opened all its treasures just to welcome you.
Bapu was also a fan of the beauty of this place, history is still alive in Anasakti Ashram.
When the historical and spiritual importance of Kausani is discussed, the name of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi comes at the top, who was completely enthralled by the supernatural beauty of this place. When Mahatma Gandhi came to Kausani in the year 1929, the peaceful environment and the grand views of the Himalayas left such a deep impact on his mind that he called this place the ‘Switzerland’ of India. Bapu stayed here for several days and wrote his famous book ‘Anasakti Yoga’ (Geeta Asakti Yoga), and the hut where he stayed is today known as ‘Anasakti Ashram’ or ‘Gandhi Ashram’. History lovers, tourists and peace seekers from India and abroad definitely visit this ashram, where even today Bapu’s memories, his old photographs and memoirs related to his life are preserved with full devotion. Sitting in the shelter of this ashram and seeing the golden sunlight falling on the Himalayan peaks at sunset is such a supernatural experience, which is impossible to describe in words and which leaves an indelible impression on the heart of every tourist.
360-degree magical view of snow-clad Himalayan peaks spanning 300 kilometers
The biggest feature of this serene and beautiful hill station is that it offers a very clear, wide and 360-degree panoramic view of the vast Himalayan mountain range. Standing from any corner of Kausani, when you look towards the north, you will see the world famous and high snow clad peaks like Nanda Devi, Trishul and Panchchuli shining as if they are standing right next to you. When the first rays of the sun fall on these snowy peaks, they first start glowing golden and then gradually turn silvery white, and tourists gather on rooftops and viewpoints early in the morning to see this amazing sight. This place is no less than a paradise for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers, because everyone is desperate to capture the clear blue sky and the play of clouds here in their cameras. In comparison to Nainital or Mussoorie, there is no noise of commercialism due to which the true form of the mountains gets hidden somewhere, rather every hill, every pine and pine tree here brings you face to face with the purest and original form of nature.
Local culture, exciting trekking routes and important things to know about Kausani trip
Kausani is not only a name for peace and natural views, but it also proves to be a great destination for adventure lovers and those who want to know the local culture closely. The traditional hill farming done in the local villages, the small temples built on high mountains and the warm hospitality of the simple people win the hearts of the tourists. If you are fond of trekking, there are many untouched paths and forest trails around Kausani, where you can enjoy the depth of nature and the rich vegetation there. Apart from this, the tea gardens here, which are spread like terraced fields on the green hills, are the main center of attraction for the tourists, where no one forgets to taste the organic tea. This beautiful journey through the Kumaon division can be easily undertaken by road from Delhi or the plains of Uttar Pradesh, and can be visited in any month of the year. Ultimately, if you are looking for a place this time on holidays where there is no crowd, no trace of pollution and only the peace of the mountains and the music of the winds, then Kausani will prove to be the most perfect and memorable destination for you.