Places of Tourist Interest

A gem in the heart of the Himalayas, Kausani welcomes you to experience divinity in its bountiful grace. The mountain air, snow clad peaks and green valleys are sure to lure your senses and let you experience the most memorable tour to Himalayas.

Some of the interesting places of interest are mentioned below:

Pinakeshwar

9050 feet above sea level, this Uttarakhand hill station is 20 kms from Kausani. There is a temple of Shiva from where one can view many valleys. Around Pinakeshwar, are other places like Old Pinakeshwar, Gopalkot, Huria etc.

Baijnath

17 kms from Kausani, the most important historical place in Uttarakhand is Baijnath, situated on the banks of the Gomti River. The Baijnath temple was built thousands of years ago and is still be admired for its carvings and sculptures. Some old temples can also be found here.

Someshwar

15 kms away from Kausani, this famous Shiva temple was built by King Somchand of the Chand Dynasty. An annual festival is held here every March.

Chaukori

Chaukori is 75 kms away from Kausani and is well known for the unearthly view it gives of the Himalayan peaks. A person viewing the Himalayas from here feels like he can touch them.

Pindari Glacier

The majestic Pindari Glacier is can be reached via 35 kms trek from Loharkhet. Tourists camp on the way to reach Zero Point (3000mts) in order to get a closer view of this gigantic glacier. This glacier is 58 kms from Kausani. It is 3 kms long and 250 mts. wide. Trekking equipment can be hired from Bargeshwar.

Sundardoonga & Kafni Glaciers

These glaciers are ideal for those who desire to feel the excitement of trekking in Uttarakhand. Both these glaciers are located in the Pindari Glacier area in different spots. It is advisable to visit these places with an experienced guide and proper equipment. Sundardoonga is known for its beautiful rocks. One has to pass through Umla Jatoli village to go there. Dhakudi is a camping point which is 35 kms away. To go to Kafni (3800 mts), one has to go through a rough trek of 20 kms from Dwali camp.

Come and discover the beauty of this picturesque hill station in Uttarakhand amidst the spectacular view of the snow-clad Himalayas.