- Best time
- Mar–Jun, Oct–Dec
- How long
- 2–3 days
- Stay a night
- ₹1,000–6,500
- Food a day
- ₹300–1,300
- Nearest railhead
- 140 km away
- Nearest airport
- 175 km away
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Plan this tripAbout Kausani
A quiet Kumaon ridge village that Gandhi called the Switzerland of India — tea gardens, his Anasakti Ashram and sunrise over Trishul, Nanda Devi and Panchachuli.
Things to do in Kausani
Kausani Sunrise Point
Kausani Sunrise Point in Uttarakhand offers an open view of the Himalayan peaks. At dawn, the summits of Trishul and Nanda Devi turn gold in the morning light.
Tip: Wear warm layers as the early morning breeze can be quite chilly
Anasakti Ashram
Anasakti Ashram is a quiet memorial museum in Kausani where Mahatma Gandhi stayed and wrote his commentary on the Gita in 1929. Visitors can see photographs and documents from his life, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and mountain views.
Tip: Maintain silence inside the prayer hall and display rooms.
Kausani Tea Estate
Kausani Tea Estate is a scenic plantation set against the backdrop of snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Visitors can walk through the lush green pathways and taste the locally produced varieties of fresh tea.
Tip: Buy some fresh tea leaves directly from the factory store to take home
Baijnath Temples
Baijnath Temples is a Katyuri-era cluster of 18 stone temples situated on the banks of the Gomati river, 16 km away from Kausani. Built in the Katyuri era, the complex features 102 stone images of principal deities like Shiva, Parvati, and Ganesha.
Tip: Look out for the various principal deities worshipped here, including Brahma, Surya, and Garuda
Sumitranandan Pant Museum
Located in Kausani, Uttarakhand, this museum is the former home of the renowned Hindi poet Sumitranandan Pant. Visitors can explore a collection of his manuscripts, personal belongings, awards, and published works.
Tip: Ask the caretaker to point out specific manuscripts of interest
Where to stay in Kausani
Kausani ridge
Rooms facing the snow peaks.
Anasakti Ashram & KMVN
Simple, quiet stays.
What to eat
Kumaoni thali
Bhatt ki churkani, aloo gutke and madua roti.
Bal mithai
Kumaon’s fudge-like sweet.
Good to know
- Clear views are most likely October–December mornings.
- Pair with Binsar or Munsiyari on a Kumaon loop.
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