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MAE/Matheran (2 PFs)
माथेरान

Track: Narrow Gauge

Updated: Mar 04 (15:22)
Matheran, a hill station in Maharashtra, is accessible only by a narrow-gauge railway. Known for its scenic beauty and pollution-free environment, it offers hiking trails, panoramic views, and horse riding. The station has two platforms and is a starting point for exploring the town's charming colonial-era architecture and natural attractions.

Tourism

Louisa Point: A picturesque viewpoint offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys.
Echo Point: A popular spot for its unique acoustics, where sounds echo back.
Charlotte Lake: A serene lake surrounded by lush greenery, ideal for picnics and boating.
Garbett Point: Offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys and hills.
Matheran Fort: A historic fort built by the British, offering panoramic views and historical significance.

Food

Sunny's: A popular spot for vegetarian snacks, especially their famous vada pav.
The Garden Restaurant: Offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes with stunning garden views.
The Dosa Plaza: Known for its delicious south Indian vegetarian dishes.
The Spice Hut: A cozy restaurant serving flavorful North Indian vegetarian curries.
The Green Leaf: Offers a variety of vegetarian thalis and snacks at affordable prices.

Station Address

Neral Matheran Rd,Town Hill , Matheran
State: Maharashtra
Elevation: 804 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-4
Zone: CR/Central   Division: Mumbai CSM Terminus
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Sep 20 (18:59) Matheran Light Railway to Remain Operational Throughout the Year, Including During Monsoon
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Sep 20 2024 (18:59)
Station Tag: Matheran/MAE added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 20 2024 (18:59)
Station Tag: Neral Jn NG/NRLN added by Exynos9611~/2099623
Stations:  Matheran/MAE   Neral Jn NG/NRLN  
CR to spend Rs 5 cr on upgrade works to ensure Matheran toy train operates during monsoon

The Central Railway (CR) is planning to keep the Matheran Light Railway operational throughout the year, including during the monsoon season. They have allocated Rs 5 crore for a project to strengthen the drainage system and other assets along the narrow-gauge line. Passenger services between Neral and Aman Lodge will resume...
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in October after the monsoon. Shuttle services between Aman Lodge and Matheran will continue as usual. The Matheran Light Railway is a popular tourist destination, and the CR has invested heavily in restoring the line after it was damaged by heavy rainfall in 2019. The line was built in 1907 and is currently on the UNESCO tentative list for Mountain Railways of India.

Central Railway (CR) Matheran Light Railway ko saal bhar chalane ka plan bana raha hai, monsoon mein bhi. Is project ke liye unhone Rs 5 crore allocate kiye hain aur ismein drainage system aur other assets ko strong banane ka kaam hoga. Neral aur Aman Lodge ke beech passenger services October...
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mein monsoon khatam hone ke baad resume honge. Aman Lodge aur Matheran ke beech shuttle services jaise pehle chal rahi hain, waise hi chalti rahenge. Matheran Light Railway ek popular tourist destination hai aur 2019 mein heavy rainfall ki wajah se line damage hone ke baad CR ne isko restore karne mein bahut investment kiya hai. Ye line 1907 mein banayi gayi thi aur abhi UNESCO tentative list mein Mountain Railways of India ke liye hai.
May 05 (20:16) Matheran Toy Train: 5 Lakh Passengers, Rs 3.54 Crore Revenue in FY 2023-24
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May 05 2024 (20:16)
Station Tag: Aman Lodge/ANLG added by hrid22~/2099623

May 05 2024 (20:16)
Station Tag: Matheran/MAE added by hrid22~/2099623

May 05 2024 (20:16)
Station Tag: Neral Jn NG/NRLN added by hrid22~/2099623
Matheran toy train gets overwhelming response with over Rs 3 cr revenue and 5 lakh passengers

The Matheran toy train, operating on a narrow gauge line from Neral to Matheran in the Sahyadri ranges, has seen a huge success in the financial year 2023-24. It transported 5 lakh passengers, generating revenue of Rs. 3.54 crore. The train operates 4 daily services between Neral and Matheran, and 16...
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daily services between Aman Lodge and Matheran, including 4 special weekend services. The Central Railway plans to introduce Sleeping Pods at Matheran to offer various accommodation options to tourists. Matheran, discovered in 1850, was developed by the British as a summer retreat, and the toy train was built in 1907. The hill station offers various activities like trekking, rock climbing, and bird watching.

Matheran ka toy train, jo Neral se Matheran tak narrow gauge line pe chalata hai, financial year 2023-24 mein bahut successful raha. Isne 5 lakh passengers ko travel karaya aur Rs. 3.54 crore ka revenue generate kiya. Train roz Neral aur Matheran ke beech 4 services operate karta hai, aur Aman...
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Lodge aur Matheran ke beech 16 services operate karta hai, jisme 4 special weekend services bhi include hai. Central Railway Matheran mein Sleeping Pods introduce karne ki planning kar raha hai, jisse tourists ko alag alag accommodation options milenge. Matheran, jo 1850 mein discover hua tha, Britishon ne summer retreat ke liye develop kiya tha, aur toy train 1907 mein banayi gayi thi. Hill station trekking, rock climbing, aur bird watching jaise alag alag activities offer karta hai.
Jan 21 (09:14) Central Railway to Introduce Sleeping Pods at Matheran Hill Station
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Jan 21 2024 (09:14)
Station Tag: Matheran/MAE added by HemangMankad~/2196174
Stations:  Matheran/MAE  
Matheran station to get Pod hotel

Central Railway (CR) is planning to introduce Sleeping Pods, also known as Pod Hotels, at Matheran, a popular hill station. This initiative is expected to provide a comfortable and convenient sleeping option for travelers.

Central Railway (CR) Matheran pe Sleeping Pods, yani Pod Hotel, laane wala hai. Ye hill station bahut famous hai aur isse travelers ko raat bhar ke liye aaramdaayak aur convenient sleeping option milega.
Dec 10 2023 (11:27) Matheran Shuttle Services Boost Tourism, Generate Rs. 2.36 Crore Revenue
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Dec 10 2023 (11:27)
Station Tag: Matheran/MAE added by SmallTownTraveller^~/1084688

Dec 10 2023 (11:27)
Station Tag: Aman Lodge/ANLG added by SmallTownTraveller^~/1084688

Dec 10 2023 (11:27)
Station Tag: Neral Junction/NRL added by SmallTownTraveller^~/1084688
Neral - Aman Lodge - Matheran Shuttle Services attract more Tourists Month Total No. of Passengers Total Earnings (in Rs.) April -23 40,023 30,16,550 May-23 56,931 46,48,861 June-23 40,362 28,72,574 July -

Central Railway's shuttle service between Neral/Aman Lodge and Matheran has been a huge success, attracting 334,042 passengers and generating Rs. 2.36 crore in revenue from April to November 2023. This service not only provides comfortable and affordable transportation for tourists visiting the popular hill station but also facilitates the efficient movement...
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of materials. The service has been instrumental in making Matheran a popular tourist destination, offering passengers a unique and scenic journey on the iconic toy train.

Central Railway ka Neral/Aman Lodge aur Matheran ke beech ka shuttle service bahut hit raha hai, April se November 2023 tak 334,042 passengers ko leke Rs. 2.36 crore ka revenue generate kiya. Ye service nahi sirf tourists ke liye comfortable aur sasta transportation provide karta hai, lekin materials ko bhi efficiently...
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move karne mein madad karta hai. Is service ne Matheran ko popular tourist destination banane mein bada role nibhaya hai, passengers ko iconic toy train mein unique aur scenic journey provide karke.
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