Mahasu Peak

Mahasu Peak is the highest point in Kufri, Himachal Pradesh, situated at an elevation of approximately 2,900 meters. Located about 13 km from Shimla, it features a historic Nag Temple and offers panoramic views of the Badrinath and Kedarnath ranges on clear days. The peak is accessible via a trek or horseback ride through dense deodar forests. It serves as a popular viewpoint and winter skiing training ground within the Kufri hill station region.

Visitors can expect a steep ascent through thick cedar and deodar forests, typically undertaken on horseback or by hiking. At the summit, there is a small ancient Nag Temple and open meadows providing expansive views of surrounding Himalayan peaks. During winter months (January to March), the area is often covered in snow and used for basic skiing practice. Basic food stalls serving snacks like Maggi are available near the top, but no formal visitor facilities exist.

The summit houses an ancient Nag Temple believed to be several centuries old, dedicated to the serpent deity revered in local hill traditions. The region was historically part of the Kingdom of Nepal before being ceded to the British Raj under the Sugauli Treaty.

The Nag Temple atop Mahasu Peak is a significant local religious site where residents worship Nag Devta, the snake god, reflecting indigenous Himalayan folk beliefs intertwined with nature worship.