Kausani
Located 53 km to the north of Almora, Kausani, is another picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendor and its spectacular 300 km-wide view of the Himalayas. Situated at 6075 ft above sea level, atop a narrow ridge, Kausani is often compared with Switzerland. It is thickly forested, and separated from the soaring Nanda Devi ranges by low mountains. In 1929, Mahatma Gandhi stayed here at the Anasakti Ashram, and was greatly impressed by it’s environs. Kausani is also the birth place of poet Sumitra Nandan Pant.
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.
With a total area of 5.2 sq. km, situated at a height of 1890 m above sea level, located 51 km north of Almora, Kausani is the birthplace of famous Hindi poet Sumitra Nandan Pant, who wrote some of his memorable poems in praise of this paradise on earth. In 1929, Mahatma Gandhi stayed here for 14 days at the Anasakti Ashram while scripting his book titled 'Anasakti Yoga' and was greatly impressed by its environs.The town is accessible all year round. For those who wish to avoid the cold, the best season is between April to June and again between September to November. Summer months will require light woollen clothing and winter- heavy woollen clothes.