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The district of Uttarakhand, where Kausani is located, is so famous in Hindu Mythology that it has beencompared to the Home of the Gods. Some of the most sacred spaces to the Hindus, such as Jageshwar, Joshimath, and Badrinath, are within an easy day’s journey from the Retreat. This is where the Rishis, Sages, and Sadhus have come for thousands of years to find peace and quiet amidst the beauty of nature—so why shouldn’t you do the same? For nature lovers, adventurers, and seekers of solace the Himalaya continue to be one the most sought after destinations the world over.
If you are looking for a combination of outdoor activities (nature walks, bird watching, or short treks), exposure to the rich culture of the Himalayan region along with a deeper understanding of the historyof the region, and evening recreation that could include a choice of music or other forms of live entertainment, watching documentaries/films in our cinemascope, access to our digital library, or other group activities including indoor games—all in the company of your peers—then the Himalaya Study Centre and Retreat is the place for you!For those with a more adventuring spirit guided tours of Baijnath, Dangoli, Bageshwar, Gwaldom and trekking expeditions to Penakeshwar, Bhatkote, Gananath, Aqua Binser, Pindari, Kafni, and Sunderdhunga glaciers of Bageshwar district and other parts of Uttarakhand will be provided.
