kasauli

Monkey Point, situated at a distance of about 4 km from the town bus stand, is the highest peak of Kasauli. This place offers a perfect view of the Sutlej River, & the snow-capped Choor Chandni Peak, the tallest peak in the Lower Himalayan region. A temple on the peak, dedicated to the Hindu god, Hanuman, attracts visitors. The place is named so after the presiding deity of this temple. 

Baba Balak Nath Temple is a cave temple located 3 km away from Kasauli on the top of Graner Hill. It is one of the famous religious centers in the town of Kasauli. This temple is devoted to Baba Balak Nath, a great devotee of the Hindu deity Shiva. It's believed that childless couples who offer their prayers in this temple have their wishes of bearing children granted. The temple consists of several statues of Shiva, along with a picture of a blessed child, & is the highlight of the temple. 

Central Research Institute, or CRI, was set up in Kasauli in 1905 during the time of the Britishers. This beautiful place is thronged all through the year by tourists. CRI is engaged in research and development activities and has created vaccines for treating various diseases and ailments, including cholera, typhoid, smallpox, and snakebite.

Baptist Church, constructed in 1923 by the British, is a beautiful combination of Indian and Gothic architectural styles. This church is counted among the most visited buildings in the town & is amid nature. The peaceful environment of the church attracts travelers from all over. 

Christ Church is one of the religious centers in the town, located on Mall Road. Representing the Gothic architectural style, this ancient church was constructed in 1884. The church, devoted to St. Francis and St. Barnabas, is among the popular tourist attractions of the hill town. This grand church is in the shape of a cross & has a clock tower and a sundial, a device that tells the time of the day. 

Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanak Ji, an old religious center of Sikhs, is located in the market of Gharkhal on the road towards Kasauli. A program is organized on the premises of this gurudwara every Sunday, after which Karah Parshad, sacred food in the form of a sweet dish prepared from flour, is distributed among devotees, followed by langar or community kitchen.