Location: Asia's only pedestrian hill station is situated in the Western Ghats
Climate: Matheran is pleasant throughout the year. But it's magical during the monsoons and deliciously chilly in winter
Altitude: 803 mt above sea level
Local languages: Marathi and Hindi
Phone Code: 02148
Best time to visit: Any time is a good time
Local Transport
Have legs? Will walk! Since no motorable vehicles are allowed in Matheran, walking is the best option. For the less enthusiastic, there are hand-pulled rickshaws and ponies that will take you to the centre of the town or to the many viewpoints.
