Kausani is a destination for Himalayan tourists. It is located 53 km North of Almora. The altitude of this place is about 1890 mts. This place offers a 350 km view of the Himalayan peaks like Trisul, Nanda Devi and Panchchuli. There are very few places in the Himalayas which can compare with the beauty of Kausani - a picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendor and its spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of the Himalayas. Kausani lies on the atop the ridge amidst dense Pine trees overlooking Someshwar valley on one side and Garur and Baijnath Katyuri valley on the other on Almora-Bageshwar-Didihat Highway.

Chholiya Dance has its origins in the warring Khasiya Kingdom of Khasdesh, when marriages were performed at the point of the swords. They were united by the Chand kings who arrived' on the scene in the 10th century. In Nepal, the word Khasa is still a synonym for Kashatrya, and in Khasdesh too, they took on the customs of the Rajputs, who were themselves honorary Kashatryas.

Make your stay exciting with experience of bone fire especially in winters with snacks, beverages and music (on demand). Enjoy the winters together with fire .

For the early risers this area is birdwatchers' paradise. A walk early in the morning nearby region leaves you breathless with a variety of birds in vibrant colours and shades. The dense forests and nearby orchards are paradise for migratory birds as they stay here for some time during their migration. Carry your binoculars & cameras to capture the rare species.