Matheran Hill Station

 

      Matheran undoubtedly is Maharashtra’s one of the most beautiful and well maintained hill station. Matheran is situated in the Matheran range of sahyadris at a height of 750 metres. It has been quite a long, since an Englishman Hugh Mallet discovered Matheran in 1850 but little has changed in Matheran. In 1855, Matheran grew more accessible and popular under the patronage of Lord Elphinstone, the Governor of Bombay. He also developed roadways and opened the first mountain railway in Mathern in 1907.

What to see and when to go: Matheran’s cliffs with incredibly steep drops to the plains below create stunning viewing points. These panoramic vistas, by day and night, leave you feeling light-headed. The Hart Point offers a view of the lights of Mumbai at night! Vehicles of any kind are not permitted in the town, which makes it a very quiet, serene place. The ideal time to visit this beautiful hill station is from October and May.

Charlotte Lake, Matheran

Things to do: All of Matheran is a series of such quixotically named points that are popular, if isolated, sides of picnic and fireside revelry at night. Charlotte Lake, the Panther’s Caves and Paymaster Park are other attractions, especially for children. The old world charm of the British and Parsi homes are an irresistible draw. Rummaging through the small bazaar in Matheran is an exciting idea.

Accommodation: Matheran has plenty of accommodation options. The town is dotted with mid range hotels to luxurious hotels and resorts.

Toy Train, Matheran

Mode of transport: Mumbai, 100 kilometres, away is the nearest airport. Neral 21 kilometres away, is toy train is available. As the common mode of transport in this tiny hill station is rickshaws and buggy.