Kasauli is a cantonment and town, located in Solan district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The cantonment was established by the British Raj in 1842 as a Colonial hill station, 77 km from Shimla, 65 km from Chandigarh, and 94 km from Ambala Cantt (Haryana), an important Railway Junction of North India and lies at a height of 1,927 metres (6,322 ft).The town is a health resort, having an elevation of 1,900 metres above sea level.
Climate: Kasauli has a moderate climate. Winter temperature is approximately 2 degrees Celsius, with Summer temperatures rarely exceeding 32 degrees Celsius or more. The general wind direction is south-west to north-east. Total rainfall for the year is 1020 millimetres, with humidity at 90% in September and 28% in April.
Top places to visit in Kasauli: Monkey point, Sunset point and Lover's Lane, Mall Road, Timber Trail, Christ (Anglican) Church, Baptist Church
Ideal duration: 1-2 days
Local Food and Cuisine of Kasauli: While in Kasauli you can relish some local and traditional cuisines of Himachal. One can try out the Sidu ( a kind of locally made bread), Kadhi, Poppy Seeds Halwa, Maadra and more. You can also sip into some refreshing and healthy teas popular here such as the Green Ginger Tea which has cinnamon and spices as well. Another beverage that one must not miss while here is the locally made wine. One can relish Peach wine, Plum wine, Apple wine, Sherry wine and some more. The area also has a vibrant and lip-smacking street food culture. Do indulge in the Samosas, Aloo Tikki, Kachori, Chole Bhature, Bread Pakoras and more.
Nearest Airport: Chandigarh Airport (IXC) - 30 kms from Kasauli
Roadways: The Himachal Pradesh State Transport Corporation runs several buses between Kasauli and the other cities in the state and also nearby cities like Chandigarh. Though the bus journey is tedious, the beautiful scenery makes it an enjoyable ride.
Railways: The Indian Railways offer a number of express trains to reach Kalka from other parts of India including Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. You can easily available this route too. A train ride through the hills of Himachal is a rejuvenating experience in itself.
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Climate: Kasauli has a moderate climate. Winter temperature is approximately 2 degrees Celsius, with Summer temperatures rarely exceeding 32 degrees Celsius or more. The general wind direction is south-west to north-east. Total rainfall for the year is 1020 millimetres, with humidity at 90% in September and 28% in April.
Top places to visit in Kasauli: Monkey point, Sunset point and Lover's Lane, Mall Road, Timber Trail, Christ (Anglican) Church, Baptist Church
Ideal duration: 1-2 days
Local Food and Cuisine of Kasauli: While in Kasauli you can relish some local and traditional cuisines of Himachal. One can try out the Sidu ( a kind of locally made bread), Kadhi, Poppy Seeds Halwa, Maadra and more. You can also sip into some refreshing and healthy teas popular here such as the Green Ginger Tea which has cinnamon and spices as well. Another beverage that one must not miss while here is the locally made wine. One can relish Peach wine, Plum wine, Apple wine, Sherry wine and some more. The area also has a vibrant and lip-smacking street food culture. Do indulge in the Samosas, Aloo Tikki, Kachori, Chole Bhature, Bread Pakoras and more.
Nearest Airport: Chandigarh Airport (IXC) - 30 kms from Kasauli
Roadways: The Himachal Pradesh State Transport Corporation runs several buses between Kasauli and the other cities in the state and also nearby cities like Chandigarh. Though the bus journey is tedious, the beautiful scenery makes it an enjoyable ride.
Railways: The Indian Railways offer a number of express trains to reach Kalka from other parts of India including Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. You can easily available this route too. A train ride through the hills of Himachal is a rejuvenating experience in itself.
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