A picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendor and its spectacular 300 km-wide panoramic view of the Himalayas, Kausani is simply a must see tourist spot for any person who loves nature. Located 53 km to the north of Almora, Kausani, is a picturesque hill station famous for its scenic splendour and its spectacular 300 km-wide view of the Himalayas. Situated atop a narrow ridge, at 6075-ft (1890 metres) above sea level, Kausani is often compared with Switzerland.