Matheran

--> Matheran 120 Km From Pune 120 Km From Pune. Itwas set up by Collector of Thane - Sir Mallet in 1880. Mode of transport is by horse or walking. As no vehicles are allowed here. Hence there is no pollution. It is famous for the mini train that links Matheran to proper broad gauge which is a Neral. This train covers the distance of 21 Kms. The train takes you through dense forest. The real beauty of Matheran is best viewed in monsoon. It is situated 800 mts high in the ghats . The climate is cool and pleasant with a beautiful lake & many points worth a visit. It is nearest hill station from Bombay.

Matheran is a nature’s gift, with 38 peak points for an enthusiastic tourist to take refuge from the day to day hardships of modern life. These points include Panorama point, Echo point, Charlotte Lake, King George point and Louisa point. The Paymaster Park and Panthers’ Caves are two prime picnic spots for any one can enjoy the natural pleasures; especially children will enjoy these grandeur places. Matheran with the undulated hilly regions with the treasures of natural beauty is one of the best summer retreats to keep away from the scorching mercury levels in the down plain cities.


Matheran is famous for its train, which runs from Neral to Matheran. This small train covers the distance of 21 Kms in 2-2 1/2 hrs. Journey through this train is really enjoyable. The train goes through deep forest and one can see the beauty of jungle. Matheran is truly a unique place as it is 'Pollution Free Town' . No vehicles are allowed here and hence total area is free from pollution. You can either walk the town or travel on the back of horses.

--> The old world charm of the British and Parsi home capitavtes you all the way up to the Charlotte Lake. On each trip through the main bazaar you purchase some of its attractions - care and leather articles, hats, chappals and the irresistible chikki loved by young and old alike.
Temperatures vary from 16° C in winter to 32° C in summer with an annual rainfall of 524 cms. It is a place to visit round the year, monssons included, for the young at heart. MTDC provides accommodation facilities, the total capacity being 83.