To enjoy the weekend, people like to go for a walk and talk about the people of Maharashtra, they want to go to the beautiful hill station Matheran. Matheran, a very attractive hill station in Maharashtra, is situated at a distance of about 108 kilometers from Mumbai. People visit this Matheran hill station in large numbers as it is away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This hill station is extremely popular with tourists who are looking for a short trip amidst splendid surroundings and tranquility. Here you will wake up mesmerized by the pollution-free environment, attractive view, cool breeze blowing, green valley spread in the distance, flying clouds, and beautiful view of mountains, etc. We are going to give you information about the places of interest in Matheran which are considered to be the best for sightseeing. Let's know about them...
Louisa point
Louisa Point is one of the most famous tourist spots in Matheran. The beauty and panoramic views here are enough to attract people to themselves. Louisa Point is one such place in Matheran from where one can get a wonderful view of the natural beauty. There is a huge crowd of tourists here just to see the attractive views of Louisa Point. Once you reach here, you can feel its beautiful scenery and cool breeze which will make you forget all your tiredness and troubles.
Charlotti lake
Charlotti Lake is one of the must-visit places in Matheran. It is a very attractive place for a picnic where natural beauty can be enjoyed. It is said that water is supplied to Matheran from this lake itself. There is also an ancient temple of Lord Shiva on one side of the lake, which you can visit. A unique aspect of this temple is its Shiva linga, which, unlike the usual black ones, is smeared with vermilion and tilted to one side.
Monkey point
Its name itself suggests that it is famous for its population of monkeys. The destination has an abundance of indigenous flora and fauna and is an interesting way to learn about the local weather and flora. If one shouts in the mountains while facing the Heart Cliff, one can also experience the phenomenon of a voice echoing here. Here, along with the beauty of the mountains, deep valleys, indigenous flora, fauna, etc., jumping monkeys are also seen.
Shivaji's Ladder
Shivaji Staircase is a ropeway, located between One Tree Hill and Matheran Valley. Surrounded by a lush green forest, it is one of the most popular trekking points in Matheran. This is a kind of downhill, which is a star-shaped path. Shivaji generation is surrounded by lush green forests, due to which it is also a popular trekking point. It is said that the Maratha emperor Chhatrapati Shivaji used this route for his hunting trips to Matheran.
Panorama point
Panorama Point is a vantage point in Matheran that offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the Western Ghats and the lush green plains along with the villages below. The place is comparatively less congested than other points in Matheran as it requires trekking. If you are planning a trekking trip to Matheran with your friends, then you can trek to Panorama Point. This is also a very good tracking point. Apart from this, the panorama point offers spectacular views of the sunset and sunrise, the clouds, the valley, the lake, and the peaks.
One tree hill
One Tree Hill is a secluded spot on top of a hill marked by an ancient tree. It is a difficult trekking trek, after which one has to reach the top of the hill. However, it has a deep valley on one side and hills covered with trees on the other. It is one of the most peaceful places in Matheran, hence it is considered an ideal place to spend a peaceful time. A gentle trek to the top of the hill offers a mesmerizing view of the Tent Hill and tourist places around the Chowk village which you can explore during the trek.
Neral Matheran Toy Train
If you are coming to Matheran, we recommend that you must not miss the Neral Matheran Toy Train here. With the help of this toy train, you can see the beautiful views of the Western Ghats. The Neral Matheran Toy Train is a heritage railway that connects Neral to Matheran with a 21-kilometer railway line. It is a two feet narrow gauge railway built by Adamji Peerbhoy in the early 1900s and operated by the Central Railway.
Ambernath Temple
Ambernath Temple is a very good religious place in Matheran. This is a historical Hindu temple in Matheran, which was constructed around 1060 AD. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and the architecture used to build this temple is amazing and beautiful. The amazing architecture of the temple complex is quite attractive which remains a center of attraction for Shiva devotees as well as tourists and art lovers. If you are planning a trip to the Matheran hill station, then do take some time out of your journey to visit the Ambernath Temple.
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