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Nestling amongst thick. dense
pine forests, atop a narrow
ridge and separated from the
towering mountains of the Nanda
Devi range by .low, medium
mountains; at Kausani the
grandeur of the Himalayan
scenery comes alive.
The view of the snow covered
Trishul and Nanda Devi is so
clear that one gets a feeling of
the snows being within toucing
distance. Its ethereal sunrise
and a 300 kms, wide view of the
Himalayan range have attracted
thousands of visitors to this
place.Eulogized by poets and
philosophers, this scenic and
beautiful spot offers so much
all year round - sightseeing,
history, sport, pilgrimage and
complete relaxation.
Season
Round the year.
Altitude
1890 mts.
Excursions
Baijnath
(16 kms) Situated on the banks
of the Gomti river and just
below the Kausani ridge is
Baijnath, an important
pilgrimage and historic centre.
A group of ancient temples
dating back to the 12th and 15th
century, line the banks of the
river, presenting a beautiful
sight. Their Intricate carving
and stone work is simply
awe-inspiring.
Bageshwar
(39 kms) This important Shalvite
centre stands at the confluence
of rivers Gomti and Saryu. The
famous Baghnath temple built by
King Lakshmi Chand in 1602 A.D.
adorns the city.
Not only temples, but the sacred
confluence and famous Uttarayani
fair held annually in
mid-January, also make It a
revered spot for pilgrims who
often equate it to Varanasi in
divinity and sanctity.
Qwaldam
(45 kms) At an altitude of 1829
mts. this typical small
Himalayan town surrounded by
fruit orchards, is an ideal base
for trekking to Roopkund and
Pindari glaciers (In Kumaon
Himalayas).
Accessibility
Rail
Nearest railhead is Kathgodam,
142 kms.
Road
The hill station is well
connected by road to all nearby
towns. Kathgodam 142 kms, Almora
53 kms, Ranikhet 79 kms.
Nalnital 120 kms. Bageshwar 39
kms & Delhi 410 kms.
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