Duke's Nose
नागफणी
A sharp peak near Khandala, shaped like the hooked nose of the Duke of Wellington. Locals call it Snake Head Peak, and it is good for hiking and climbing.
Duke's Nose stands about 800 m high and is named for its profile, which closely resembles the hooked nose of the Duke of Wellington. In Marathi it is called 'Nagphani' (snake's hood). The hike from near Khandala railway station to the top takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. The summit has a small shrine and overlooks the Mumbai–Pune Expressway, the Khandala Pass and the railway tunnels. Its cliffs are a popular spot for rock climbing and rappelling. There are no facilities on the trail, which gets slippery in the monsoon, so go with companions and carry plenty of water.
Opening hours
All day (daytime recommended)
Nearby sights
- Rajmachi Point, Khandala
- Kune Falls
- Bhushi Dam
- Lion's Point
- Della Adventure Park
- Tiger's Leap (Tiger Point)
- Shree Narayani Dham Temple
- Tungarli Lake