Kasauli, ACozy Hilltop Town in the North of India
Kasauli, India serves as both a town and a cantonment, a military/police quarters in the Solan district. It is under the Himachal Pradesh state and stands at about 1,800 meters above sea level. The town’s population was about 5,000 in 2011. The cantonment in the area was initially established as a Colonial hill station way back in 1842 by the British Raj. The district serves as a site for hotels and inns as well, so tourists can easily find one that suits them best.
Best Time to Visit
The climate in Kasauli lies in the moderate region, with winter temperatures about 2 degrees Celcius and summer temperatures less than 32 degrees Celcius. You should consider coming into the city in April when the weather is warm, and the town hosts their annual Kasauli Rhythm and Blues Festival. However, take note that most of Kasauli, India hotels are packed during this season as well.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The Central Reseach Institute in Kasauli is India’s institute for immunology and virological research. The Kasauli Baptist Church dated back to 1923 and was influenced by the colonial architecture of the British era. The Christ Church, on the other hand, was inaugurated in July 1853 as an Anglican church. It features a wide array of imported glass windows from Spain and Italy, some of which depicts Christ, Mary, and Saint Francis. You can walk to and from these attractions within five to ten minutes. The best part is that nearby hotels are within walking distance as well, some of which are the Winnies and the 4-star Kasauli Exotica.
