Matheran Online

Matheran, meaning Forest on the head, is a popular weekend getaway for the residents of nearby metros like Pune, Surat and Mumbai.

Ministry of Forest and environment has declared it to be eco-sensitive region due to its ‘0’ pollution level, making Matheran hill station one of the most sought after holiday destinations for the Indian natives and foreign tourists alike. Hand pulled rickshaws and horses are the only transport facilities here due to ban of effluence emanating vehicles.

If one is wondering what to do in Matheran, then he or she can witness various beautiful sightseeing spots, points, parks and trekking routes like Charlotte Lake, Echo Point, Alexander Point, Madhavji Garden and Point, One Tree Hill Point, Heart Point, Olympia Race Course and Louisiana Point etc. Matheran hill station is popular because of its breathtaking waterfalls, sunrise and sunset along with various forts like Prabal Fort etc. on Matheran map. There is a mini train also to enjoy amazing view of the dense forest through which it travels. Other sightseeing attractions are Parsi bungalows and British type architecture.