Kasauli

Kasauli is a town at 1800 meters (5900 feet) elevation in Solan district, India, characterized by pine forests and Victorian buildings. Narrow roads wind through the settlement, connecting different levels of the town.

The British founded the settlement in 1842 as a military post and constructed colonial buildings, including the Christ Church with its tower clock. Over the following decades, it developed into a retreat for officers and their families during the hot summer months.

The name comes from "Kausalya", a figure in Sanskrit tradition, and visitors today notice how residents walk the steep paths slowly. Shops along the main street sell local honey and jams, often from family recipes passed down through decades.

The moderate climate allows visits throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from 2 degrees Celsius (36 Fahrenheit) in winter to 32 degrees (90 Fahrenheit) in summer. Walking paths can be steep, so comfortable shoes are advisable and allow extra time for short breaks.

The Central Research Institute opened in 1904 and still works on immunology and vaccines today. Visitors often notice the old brick buildings of the institute, set among trees on the edge of town.

Location: Solan district

Elevation above the sea: 1,800 m

GPS coordinates: 30.89995,76.96197

Latest update: December 12, 2025 21:59