| Mahadev | |
|---|---|
  Mahadev Mahadev (India) Show map of India | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,966 m (13,012 ft)[1] |
| Coordinates | 34°9′8.791″N74°58′54.2″E / 34.15244194°N 74.981722°E /34.15244194; 74.981722[1] |
| Geography | |
| Location | Srinagar,Kashmir Valley, India |
| Parent range | Zabarwan |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | From Faqir Gujri via Lidwas. |
Mahadev Peak is amountain peak in the vicinity ofNew Theed inSrinagar District ofIndian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is part of theZabarwan Range. It is visible in most parts ofSrinagar city.[1]It is also known as the peak of Srinagar. It is covered with snow for almost half of the year. TheTarsar andMarsar lakes lie on the eastern side of this mountain. Other than Mahadev peak, places like Mamneth, Astanmarg, Ledwas, Burzwas, are well known among the trekkers.
It can be climbed through Faqir Gujri, near Scholars' School, Dara Theed Harwan. The trek can be both a day trek as well as a night trek with a night stay at Ledwas. The trek has moderate difficulty. We have to cross several small streams on our way to Ledwas, which is always enjoyable. Nomads can be seen grazing the cattle with their horses carrying essentials.
