Short trip to Kool Kasauli in Himachal!!

Posted on May 22, 2010
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I needed a break…a real break. The worst period of the year has begun – SUMMER. And Delhi like all year is sizzling again. Oh I hate this city when its summer. It is record 44dc in May and imagine July. So despite all pending works, I decided to take a cool break. Where did I go? KASAULI!

My best shot in Kasauli

My best shot in Kasauli

This trip was unique because I have never gone to any hillstation in North India. Despite my craze for them, for many reasons I have never been to one. Thanks to my friend for recommending this 1842-British-established region in Himachal Pradesh. The best part of this trip was it was very very comfortable and short. Starting from the Shatabdi train till my destination, my journey was sweet. I reached in straight six hours.

At a height of 1800 meters, Kasauli is located about 70km from Shimla and a distance lesser than that from Chandigarh. Now this town is very historical because it is where popular Anglo-Indian author Ruskin Bond was born. And who can forget our Khushwant Singh. In addition to that is the country’s oldest Pasteur Institute founded in 1900.

There are not many interesting sightseeing areas. However, the few of them like Manki Point (where Hanuman is supposed to have rested his feet) and Christ Church I did visit. Christ Church is awesome. The entire location of that church including the adjacent market is one of the most serene places in Kasauli. It gave me a great feeling of tranquility.

Another great shot!

Another great shot!

It is the perfect bliss no doubt. There is no other place to sojourn if you are looking for a peaceful stay. Well I dint find a lot of green around to enjoy, but what I expected I found it here. The cool breeze, gorgeous mountains and orderly laid trees…nothing more I asked. I always get captivated and lost at hillstations. Nature around me in its pristine form makes me closer to God and fear Him more. It just makes me realise how small I am before God’s gigantic creations.  I deeply regret for not being able to stay long but I do hope to return with more excitement.

So thumbs up to Kasauli! Sure would return to this place soon…but only if I dont get caught up with work.

Adios ~

Comments

5 Responses to “Short trip to Kool Kasauli in Himachal!!”

  1. Sunny Thomas on May 22nd, 2010 3:55 pm

    I really liked the picture here. I am sure it is the best picture of yours. Is there more you to took? Also how far is Kasauli from Shimla? I mean the time. Would love to visit.

  2. Sam on May 22nd, 2010 5:34 pm

    yea will show you my flicker later :) Processing of these images took me a lot of time. Made sure all were of different taste :) On your question on the distance between Shimla and Kasauli, I would say it is about 3 hours. Kasauli is a must visit place! Dont have any high expectations. It is just very picturesque and less crowded

  3. Deepak on May 24th, 2010 5:12 am

    Very impressed. Although I have been all over Himachal, never been here. I will sure visit this someday soon.

  4. Simran on May 24th, 2010 9:05 am

    Must be very relaxing from Delhi’s summer. I know it is extreme during May, June. By the way was there snow in Kasauli? Did I see snow on those mountains in the photo you inserted here?

  5. Rocky on May 24th, 2010 10:23 am

    dude u again forgot to call me. r u doing it by purpose? is my company that bad? :-(

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