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Kasauli largely remains untouched by civilization. During off-season (November-February) it is still possible to walk kilometers without running into other people (unlike its neighbouring cities). The Pasteur Institute , founded in 1900 by Sir David Semple , is the oldest in India, producing anti- Rabies vaccines and also treating sufferers. Legend has it that Kasauli came into being when Lord Hanuman , on his way to getting the Sanjeevani herb, stepped here for jumping on to the Sanjeevani hill. At Kasauli there is a Hanuman Mandir atop the 300 m high hillock, called Monkey Point, where Hanuman is supposed to have rested his feet. This temple lies within the confines of an air force base and is subject to security restrictions (no cameras or bags allowed). Prominent among the town's architecture is Christ Church (located near the bus station) and Lawrence School, Sanawar (6 km). How to get there Kasauli is easy to reach by road from New Delhi , Chandigarh , Shimla and other major cities in Northern India . The easiest way is to take the bus to Shimla and get off at Dharampur . One can also take the Kalka-Shimla toy train to Dharampur . Frequent buses connect Dharampur to Kasauli bus station. The fare is just Rs. 10. If you plan to go from Delhi, one good way is to book a cab from delhi. Take the Chandigarh route. It's just 350 km from Delhi and shouldn't take more than 6-7 hrs by road. Where to stay Suggested hotels to stay in Kasauli include Ros Commons, '''Kasauli resorts''', '''Allesia''', '''Maurice''', and '''R. Maidens'''. Ros Commons is a Himachal Tourism hotel with a very nice restaurant. The rent for a double room is ~ Rs. 2000. Kasauli resorts is situated a kilometer before the main city and is quite expensive (~ Rs. 3000 for a double room). Hotels Allesia and Maurice are located on the lower mall road and are similarly priced at Rs. 2000 per double room per night. The Constellation Café at Hotel Allesia is highly overpriced for its average cuisine. Hotel R. Maidens is the place to stay for people travelling on a budget. Rooms are available for as low as Rs. 850. All hotels except Kasauli resorts are located a short walk away from the Kasauli bus station. All hotels offer discounts (20%) during off-season months. EXTERNAL LINKS
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