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Kasauli is a part of Solan District This small hill-station seems to live in a time warp that belongs to the l9th century. The narrow roads of Kasauli ( 1927 m) slither up and down the hillside and offer some magnificent vistas. Directly below is the spread of the vast plains of Punjab and Haryana which as darkness falls, unroll a gorgeous carpet of twinkling lights. At 3647 m, the peak of Choor Chandni (also called the Choordhar) powerfully dominates the lower hills and across the undulating ranges, Shimla is visible. The Upper and Lower Malls run through Kasauli's length. A mixed forest of pine, oak and huge horse-chestnut encircles the town. Its colonial ambience is reinforced by a stretch of cobbled road, quaint shops, gabled houses with charming facades and scores of neat little gardens and orchards.
History Of Kasauli
Let's get to know how Kasauli got its name. It is believed that way back in the 17th century, when the political scene was pretty twisted, some Rajput families from "Rewari", (that's what they call Haryana today) fled their homes. They flocked to the lower Himalayas, and finally settled in a village called Kasul because of a spring, which kept gushing water all year long. Today, a water reservoir sits on this spring and Kasul has grown into the modern day Kasauli. But that's not the only story; some locals believe that, Kasauli comes from Kausalya, a mountain stream flowing between Kasauli and Jabli. Wait, there's more. With the valley flowering almost all year, the name could even come from Kusmawali or Kusmali, meaning flower maiden.The calm and peaceful air of Kasauli belies any sense of history. Yet this region was in the thick of the westward Gurkha expansion, stemmed with some difficulty by the joint efforts of the British and some local chieftains, in 1814. The Gurkha ceded the fort at Sabathu and this was turned into a convalescent home for British nationals. Some time later the Governor-General, Lord Amherst, decided to develop Shimla Hills as a summer gateway for the British establishment and Col. Tapp, political agent at Sabathu, came to survey the Kasauli area.The 1857 Indian War of Independence stirred the hearts of the Kasauli Guard, numbering about eighty Indian soldiers. Receiving news that the Gurkha Regiment at nearby Jutogh has also risen in revolt, the garrison at Kasauli set out to join them. Before the two could combine and pose a serious threat, the British agent talked the Gurkha Regiment into submission, on promise of a general pardon. The Kasauli Guard found themselves completely isolated. So far from being pardoned, they were severely punished for their insurgence.Kasauli was developed as a cantonment-sanatorium over 20 years, after the British had based themselves at Shimla.Most of the old houses in Kasauli, bought by princely families of Punjab and by generals in the Indian Army around the time of Independence, have been maintained quite well.
Places to Visit
Manki Point 4 km from the bus stand is a vantage position for the views. Kasauli has an old church. At Subathu (28 km) there are the remains of an old Gurkha fort.
BABA BALAK NATH TEMPLE: 3 km. On the Graner Hill top is a famous temple of Sidh Baba Balak Nathji. It is believed that Baba Balak Nath ji one night appeared in dreams to a local resident - named Vijay Kumar and told him to built a temple at the place, where the present temple is located. This temple is of its own kind where many issue less couples visit to be blessed with a child, whose baptism ceremony is also performed in the same very temple. A number of photographs of such blessed children are the evidence, which are kept as record by Baba Vijay Kumarji in the temple.
SHIRDI SAI BABA MANDIR: Built in 1989 by Sai Sabha Trust is a famous temple located half km away from Garkhal. The idol of Sai Baba was built at Jaipur and the burning flame in this temple signifies the divine power of Sai Babaji of Shirdi.
Barog On the Kalka-Shimla highway, Barog ( 1680 m) has grown from a mere stopover to a full-fledged destination. Surrounded by pine and oak forests, Barog has a commanding setting. The Choor Chandni - which poetically translates as the "mountain of the silver bangle" is clearly visible from Barog - and when moonlight washes down its snow covered slopes, it seems as though thousands of icy, silver bangles are sliding down in the night.
The Lawrance School: The Lawrence School, Sanawar, (elev. 1750 m., 5780 ft.) near Kasauli, in the Shimla Hills, was founded by Sir Henry M. Lawrence and his wife Honoria. The School was one of the few of its kind in the world of that time. The School started with 14 boys and girls on 17th April 1847 and grew to a strength of 195 pupils by 1853. This was the year the School was presented Kings Colours by Lord Dalhousie. Sanawar was the first School in the entire British Empire to be presented the Kings Colours.Sitting on a hill as it does, physical activity is the daily bread of life for all Sanawarians. While the breadth and scope of its buildings provides for every possible need, academic, sporting and pastoral, Sanawar still has magical spaces for repose and quiet, where students are free to sit and reflect.
Sabathu A little cantonement town has a Gurhka fort built in the early years of the 19th century is situated at an altitude of 1437 mt. A town which quartered British soldiers in the time of British empire. A diversion road from Dharampur 15 km away leads to the Sabathu town.
Dagshai In the early 19th century, the British were invited by local hill chiefs to liberate them from the continued terror and attacks of Gurkhas. On May 15, 1815, a major battle was fought at Malaon . The combined forces of the British with their superior artillery, the Sikhs and local hill chiefs crushed the Gurkhas in a stunning defeat. A declaration was then signed with the hill chiefs, restoring them their land under British Protectorate and with the British maintaining cantonments at Sabathu, Ramgarh, Kotgarh and Sandoch. The Maharaja of Patiala, who assisted the British in the battle against the Gurkhas, was awarded land in the neighbourhood areas, which now constitutes Shimla and surrounding mountainous terrain. On the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1839, the Punjab state plunged into turmoil and disorder. The British took the opportunity to strengthen themselves militarily and politically and established cantonments in Kasauli, Jutogh and in ‘Dagshai’, formed with five little hamlets. All the while Shimla continued to be the most favourable focal point, where buildings, offices, schools, markets, promenades, etc. came up. The satellite hill stations assumed greater importance with increased British presence in Shimla.India’s Independence in 1947 brought with it the Partition of the country. Almost half of the local population in Dagshai migrated to Pakistan. The sudden fall in population adversely affected the economic stability and led to further migration of locals to more prosperous areas. Until 1985, two Army battalions were based in Dagshai. At present, it has one battalion and an Army Public School with residential facilities. The army establishments are self-sufficient and do not depend on local traders.
Kasauli Churches ESTABLISHED as a retreat for the British armymen and their families in 1842 this cantonment, Kasauli, houses some of the most tastefully done buildings reminiscent of the erstwhile English architecture. Prominent among these are Christ Church and the Chapel of Lawrence School, Sanawar, built on a spur amidst the placid environs.
Located near the town’s bus stand, Christ Church stands out as a magnificent creation drawing the visitor’s attention with its imposing appearance. A grove of chestnut and fir trees surround this 159-year-old structure. Built in the shape of a cross, the church was built by the British families who also laid the foundation of Kasauli town in 1842. About 30 families, belonging to the Protestant sect of Christians, worship here besides the tourists visiting the town. This historic church was previously under the organisation of the Church of England when it was known as Anglican Church. In the year 1970, it was taken up under the organisation of the CNI (Churches of North India)and is presently managed by the diocese of Amritsar.
A visit to this cathedral enthrals one with spiritual and mental peace which seems to pervade every nook and corner of the church. As the priest exclaims, “The church is a beautiful piece of the 19th century architecture where visitors feel the presence of God everywhere”.The other cathedral is located amidst the salubrious environs of Lawrence School, Sanawar, about 5 km from Kasauli. Located on a spur, the grey stone structure with fittings of cedar pine emulates a pointed gothic architecture style. Designed by Rev William John Parker in 1850, it was completed a year later.
Access
By Air The closest airports are at Chandigarh (65 km) and Shimla (73 km).
By Rail The closest broad gauge railhead is at Kalka , 37 km away.
By Road Kasauli is connected by road . Taxis and buses for Kasauli are available from Delhi, Chandigarh, Kalka and Shimla.
Climate Conditions
In winter, the temperature gets quite low and heavy woollens are required. In summer, the climate is mild and light woollens/cottons are recommended .
Best time to visit
April - June, September - November
