The Lower And Upper Mall, Kasauli

Kasauli is among the few most popular hill station which is situated 73 km away from the state of Shimla. The townhouses rare fauna and flora and enchanting sites which makes it among the must-visit for any tourist destination. The Mall is the central part of the town and hence boasts various get together and events in the town are divided into two parts namely the lower and upper mall. Both locals and tourists from different parts of the world love to spend their time in this beautiful town due to its panoramic views and heartwarming hospitality.

Traveler tips

Tourists traveling to Kasauli should store sufficient fuel in their vehicles as the petrol pumps are a rare sight in the town. One should also wear comfortable shoes, clothes and carry water as most of the sightseeing in the town is on foot. There is no entry fee for visiting the mall and tourists can easily explore this place within 30 minutes to an hour. The Mall is open for visitation from 7 am to 7 pm.

Things to do

With the picturesque view of the town, Kasauli is an ideal place for people who indulge in photography. Tourists visit the lower and upper mall, Kasauli which are two main roads of the town to get charming photos of this popular tourist destination with scenic views. This beautiful town also boasts tons of other fun activities such as Trekking and bonfire which you can enjoy in this tourist destination. Sunset point and heritage buildings are also worth visiting in this popular town.

One can also admire the beauty of this town from the mall which is open 24x7 for tourists. For food enthusiasts, the town offers a wide range of Tibetan food. Along with that the mall also houses various shops where tourists can spend their time shopping for a variety of things and keepsakes for their loved ones.

Availability

Kalka to Shimla is the heritage railway route in the world. This route is a narrow-gauge railway line that connects Shimla. Since it is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and also has been recognized by UNESCO lots of trains are connected top it via Kalka. You can reach from every corner of India to Kalka and from Kalka take this narrow gauge and reach the beautiful hilly place called Shimla. Then from Shimla, you have to take a cab that will reach your destination after 2 and half hours called Kasauli. Budgeted Hotels are easily available in Kasauli. Delicious and local food is available at reasonable rates.

History

This enchanting hill station has a very rich history. It is said that this village was purchased by Britishers for mere 5000 rupees from local Rana and was first set up as cantonment for war. But later on, the village was developed as a hill resort for the Britishers due to its natural beauty.

Architecture

Kasauli is greatly influenced by the architecture of colonial British Raj. There are lots of churches in Kasauli that were built during the British era and are becoming tourist attractions. There are a lot of Victorian buildings, countryside landscapes, and churches. Kasauli has splendid Victorian buildings, tunnels, beautiful forests, and villages located on the hillsides.

Festival

The town celebrates several festivals with great zeal and fervor. Among these festivals are Mandi Shivaratri and Manimahesh fair which is celebrated in March and August respectively. The town also hosts a winter carnival show in February which attracts tourists from all across the country.

Popular culture

Kasauli is the abode of mixed culture but it has a majority of Hindus including Rajputs, Brahmins, tribal and Tibetans. People are warm and 

friendly nature and always help you during your tour. However the majority being Hindus, therefore, North Indian Cuisine is popular. There are traditional foods but Hot Jalebi is famous.

Best time to visit

Although this heavenly town can be visited all across the year but during the springtime, the town is much more appealing due to the lush greenery and variety of flowers that are soothing to your eyes. While the monsoon times are appealing to tourists who seek adventure .autumn season is ideal for travelers who want to stay away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy inner peace.

How to reach?

The town is well – connected by air and road. The nearest railway station is Dharampur and Kalka while the nearest airport is Chandigarh and Shimla. Travelers can also hire private cars, taxis, and buses to reach is an enchanting and picturesque town.

Interesting facts and trivia about

The most interesting trivia about the town is that it is divided into two parts namely the lower and upper mall, Kasauli. While the upper mall is known to be a posh area among the two, with beautiful bungalows that were inspired by British architecture and also houses tons of restaurants, shops, and various buildings with historical importance. The mall in Kasauli is also the key to many other tourist destinations.

Nearby attraction

There is plenty of nearby attraction which tourists can enjoy and explore in the mall, Kasauli.

1. Monkey point

Monkey Point is the highest peak of Kasauli where one can view the snow-covered peak of the Himalayan range and visit the Lord Hanuman temple situated on it. The place offers amazing views and is merely 4 km away from the nearby bus stand.

2. Baptist church

3. Sunset point

This tourist attraction is very popular and is a quiet spot with a trail known as a lovers lane

4. Gurkha Fort

5. Christ church

Kasauli is an isolated hill station visited by many travelers every year. Kasauli has plenty of rarest floras that embellish the hilly region situated in the lap of the Himalayan region. Kasauli is well-known for hospitality and also its beauty which attracts lots of tourists. Kasauli has a colonial-style architecture which is a lifetime beautiful to watch. It has lots of breathtaking hills which will never let you go to any place once you have been there. So don't wait and just move to Kasauli to enjoy the beautiful places.