Matheran is an important hill station of Maharashtra as it is the closest one to
Mumbai and Pune. This 800m high hill station is located in Alibagh
district of Maharashtra. It is appealing to have a view of the valleys
from this green and calm hill station. One can also see Mumbai from Hart
Point. Such viewings are most suitable on clean and unclouded days.The exhausted tourists from nearby Mumbai and Pune cities take a break here to breathe fresh air. Vehicles are banned in Matheran that makes the journey to this hill station so adventurous. It also makes the place so quiet, serene and peaceful. The journey includes an adventurous two-hour joyride in a toy train.
Louisa Point, Panorama Point and Little Chouk Point have fantastic views. Tourists can also visit Charlotte Lake, Parsi and Hindu cemeteries. Adventurous trekkers may go to Byron Garbutt point, Panorama Point. Nearest airport is at Mumbai (100 km), while nearest railway station is at Neral (21 km).