Kausani, Uttar Pradesh

       Kausani, famous for spectacular sunrise and a 300 km wide view of Himalayan ranges such as Trishul, Nanda Devi, Nanda Kot, all of them appears to be incredibly close. It is 370 km from Delhi, 62 km from Ranikhet, 51 km from Almora, 198 km from Pithoragarh, 174 km from Ramnagar and 117 km from Nainital, is one of the places popularised as the Switzerland of India and is considered as nature's gift to mankind. It is situated at an altitude of 1,890 m.

       From this small settlement situated on a mountain top are views of nearly 400 kms of snows. From west to east are the peaks of Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Badrinath, Nandaghunti, trishul, Nanda Devi, Panchachuli and Api and Nampa (in Nepal). The Anashakti Yoga Ashram where Mahatma Gandhi stayed in 1929. The Mahatma was enchanted by the beauty of Kausani. The ashram run in true Gandhian tradition of "plain living and high thinking", has several guesthouses in the spacious compound and a wide, north-facing terrace where one can spend the whole day watching the snows. Kausani also has the distinction of having provided eminent Indians with inspirations.

Best time to visit: The best views are between September and May.

Accomodations: Located near the Anasakti Ashram is a picturesque Mountain Resort with well furnished, luxurious rooms, all facing the Himalayas and equipped with all the modern amenities . One can enjoy the garden restaurant with bonfires and bar-be-ques and for the foot tappers there is a discotheque. One can also view the starry skies through a telescope available at the resort. Room rent varies from Rs. 850/- per night plus taxes to about Rs. 2250/-. Reservations can be made by writing to the Manager, Anashakti Ashram, kausani.
There is a pleasant tourist bungalow is also available.

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