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Matheran is an ideal holiday destination abundant with the best of natural beauty. Located in Maharashtra, the city was discovered and developed by the British. The best way to explore the city is to get on a cycle rickshaw or better still on a horseback. The city also boasts of some colonial monumental heritage and the famous points that allow some of the best views of nature. The toy train ride for Neral to Matheran is a delightful attractionThe best activity to do in Matheran is just to relax and let the tranquil air and the luscious greens cleanse your soul and eyes. Connected to all the parts of the country via roads and rail, the nearest airport is at Mumbai. The climate is pleasant making it possible to visit throughout the year. The Best Season to visit Matheran is all through the year. September to June is very pleasant, cool and energetic and ideal for sight seeing. July and August are rainy and may opt for outing by those tourists liking rainy outings.

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Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 410102

STD Code: 21483

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Best Time to Visit:  October – May

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : Mumbai is the nearest airport to Matheran which is about 100 km away from Matheran city. Mumbai is well connected to other major airports in India and abroad. Taxis are available from Mumbai to Matheran and fare is about Rs 2,000.

By Train : Neral is the nearest railhead which is about 59 km away from Matheran. It is well connected to other major Indian cities like Pune, Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra. There are several trains connecting these cities to Neral. Taxis are available from Neral to Matheran costing about Rs 400.

By BUS : Matheran is connected to neighboring cities by these public transport bus services. Many tourist deluxe buses from Mumbai and Pune to a nearest point of Matheran, nearly 3 km away, are available.

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• The Verandah in the Forest ; Barr House, Matheran, District Raigarh, Maharashtra 410102. ; Ph – 02148 230 810 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Lords Hotel ; Matheran, Maharashtra 410102 ; Ph – 02148 230 228 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Gujarat Bhavan ; Market – Chalotte Lake Rd, Matheran, Maharashtra 410102 ; Ph – 098 21 052929 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Horseland Hotel & Mountain Spa ; Vitthalrao Kotwal Road, Matheran, MH 410102. ; Ph – 094 04 224600; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Bus Parking.

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• Hookah’s and Tikkas ;  MG Road, Matheran, Maharashtra, India. ; M –  91-2148-230240 ; Food Serve :  N.A.

• Shabbir’s Biryani House ;  Shabbir’s Biryani House, Matheran, India-410102 ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  N.A.

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Matheran Mahotsav ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  May ; Details:  Matheran Mahotsav is a mega festival organised by the Matheran Municipal Council (MMC). This is a five day festival held annually, in the month of May. The key objective of this festival is to promote the art and culture of the place. Aspiring artists participate and perform various cultural programmes to showcase their talent.
Ganesh Chaturthi ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  August – September ; Details:  Another most important festival celebrated in Matheran is the Ganesh Chaturthi festival to commemorate the birth of Lord Ganesha. This is a ten day festival celebrated in August – September with pomp and fanfare. This is one of the most important festivals of Maharashtra.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Matheran is a major tourist city in India.

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• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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