History of Matheran

HISTORY OF MATHERAN Matheran was once very dense including its base and plateau. Shivaji Maharaj went to Matheran to convert it to a fort bu...

Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran

Charlotte Lake Waterfall is formed due to the overflowing of Charlotte Lake. During monsoon the lake overflows into a channel over the dam which flows off the cliff making it stunningly beautiful. Earlier there were no railings at the falls but now safety railings are placed over the falls. This waterfall is so unique it can be seen from many points which makes it look distinct.

Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake WaterfallCharlotte Lake Waterfall
Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake small waterfall overflowingCharlotte Lake Waterfall
Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake Waterfall from Louisa PointCharlotte Lake Waterfall from Louisa Point
Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake Waterfall, Matheran
Charlotte Lake WaterfallCharlotte Lake Waterfall

Walkers Tank, Matheran

Walkers Tank was also used to store water and is like a small pond. Now Ganpati immersions take place in this tank.

Walkers Tank, Matheran
Walkers Tank
Walkers Tank, Matheran


Simpson Tank, Matheran

Simpson tank was also used to store water for certain purposes in Matheran. The tank is quite big and still stores water but not used anymore to provide water to Matheran. It is near the Vetaleshwar forest area of Matheran.