At the hill resort of Kausani the mountains rise so dramatically as if to reach the heavens. In fact not just Kausani the entire Kumaon Hills have been known for their idyllic beauty with the huge mountains silhouetted against the sky. Kausani was originally called Valna. Kausani offers the magic of the deep pine forests and the majestic mountains. Kausani the birthplace of the famed poet Sumitra Nandan Pant is often referred to as the 'Switzerland of India' owing to its natural bounty.

SOME SUGGESTED SIGHTSEEING PLACES

• Anasakti Ashram :

A quiet and revered place where the Father of the Nation spent some days. Set against the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas, this Ashram offers a good resting place for travelers. It also has a library.

HOW TO REACH :

By Train :

Nearest railway station is at Kathgodam, 142 km.

By Road :

Kausani is linked to several other hill stations road routes, Some of the major road distances are : Almora-54 km. Rain khet-62 km, Pithoragarh-107 km. Gwaldam-39 km, Nainital-117 km.