Get closer to the meditating Himalayan ranges at Kausani, a small town fringed with shadowy grooves of Pine, Oak and Deodar trees at the height of 1,890 meters. The 300 km stretch of snow-capped crests dazzling against a turquoise blue cloudless sky is a marvelous view to behold. The peaks that can be viewed from Kausani are Chaukhamba, Nilkantha, Nandaghunti, Nandadevi, Miraghunti, Devidarshan, Trishul, Nandakot and Pancha-chulli.

To commemorate the 12-day stay of Mahatma Gandhi at Kausani, an Ashram called Gandhi Ashram has been built. This is an abode of peace. Visitors can also buy locally made handicrafts at the Ashram.

There are direct buses from the nearest rail station Kathgodam (155 km). It takes around 8–9 hours to reach Kausani. It is prudent to make a break journey at Ranikhet (62 km) or Almora (52 km) en route. There are also conducted tours from Nainital that offers one or two nights' stay at Kausani.

The place is most pleasant during March to May and from September to November.

Government-run KMVN Tourist Holiday Resort
Tel: (05962) 258006
Rent: Rs. 900–1,250/-

Anashakti Yogashram
Tel: (05962) 245028

Hotel Prasanta
Tel: (05962) 258037
Rent: Rs. 550–1,000/-

Himalayan Mount View
Tel: (05962) 258080
Rent: Rs. 900–1,500/-

Hotel Jitu
Tel: (05962) 9433447466
Rent: Rs. 750–950/-

Hotel Sagar
Tel: (05962) 258018
Rent: Rs. 1,000–2,000/-

Baijanath Temple is 19 km from Kausani in Garur valley – a small vale in the lap of Himalayan Mountain on the bank of Gomti River at the height of 1,125 meters. There are 15–16 small temples built by the kings of Katyuri dynasty in thirteenth century, inside the temple premise.