Kasauli
Kasauli is a very small, beautiful hill station of Himachal Pradesh located at a distance of 77 kms from Shimla. Built in 19th century by Britishers, the city has its own charm and beauty. Covered by the beautiful pine forests, orchards and high hills, Kasauli is described as a scenic hill-station of Northern India.
It is also believed that during the 17th century, some Rajput (sort of clan) Families from Rewari (in Haryana) took refuge in the lower Himalayas and finally settled down at a village called Kasaul from where the name Kasauli originated. In the present scenario, the city of Kasauli attracts huge number of tourists for the lovely scenic view of the hills and forests not only from India but through out world. Apart from the natural beauty, the city is also known for the oldest research institute called Central Research Institute, established in the year 1900, taking care of pets. The famous upper and lower malls of Kasauli provide an excellent long walks through mixed forests of pine, oak and huge horse-chestnut trees that encircles the entire Kasauli town.
Places of Interest :-
Monkey Point : Monkey point is the highest point, located at a short distance of 4 km from Kasauli bus stand. The point gives all round view of the plains of Chandigarh and the river Satluj. A perspective view of the Chandigarh city can be seen on a clear night. Apart from the natural beauty the point is also a famous for the Lord Hanuman (Hindu Deity) temple.
Sanawar : Famous for the Lawrence school, Sanawar is located at a distance of 6 km from Kasauli. The school is hundred years old, started by Sir Henry Lawrence. Tourists also get attracted to the famous Nahara Devi temple and beautiful waterfall that can be reached by a small brisk walk through natural beauty of the Sanawar.
Baba Balak Nath Temple : A famous temple, Baba Balak Nath is located at a short distance of 3 km from Kasauli on the top of Garner hill. The temple is built in the memory of Baba Balak Nath by the local resident, name Vijay Kumar. It is believed who ever goes there get blessed by making a trip to this famous temple.
How to Reach :-
Air : Nearest airport is at Chandigarh (65 km) and Shimla (73 km) from Kasauli. Major domestic airlines fly generally between Delhi and Chandigarh. Tourist can take taxi or bus to reach Kasauli.
Rail : Prain route is the best way to reach Kasauli as it passes through lush green forests and mountain ranges. The nearest railhead is at Kalka, 37 km away, from where one can take taxi, which takes an hour to reach Kasauli.
Road : Kasauli is 315 Kms away from Delhi and tourist can cover this distance with the help of state transport buses or private taxis. These transports are easily available for Kasauli from Delhi, Chandigarh, Kalka and Shimla.
Internal Transport : Travelling inside the city is convenient and comfortable. There are taxis, autos and buses, which are readily available from all the major intersections of the city.
Accommodations : Kasauli is full of resorts, hotels and lodges that make comfortable stay in the city. There is PWD rest house, and HPTDC run hotel that requires prior booking. Apart from these options there are star categories and budget hotels also. |