According to locals the word ‘Matheran’ means ‘Mother’s Wood’. They says that the first family of Dhangars who came from the Deccan to Matheran lost their parents soon after they came, as the couplet says, ‘Mathe pite gamavila, Matheran nav pavala: When their parents were lost, Matheran got its name’ Matheran means forest or jungle or vegetations on the top (of the hill). Matheran has been declared an eco sensitive region by the Union Environment Ministry (GOL). For enthusiastic nature lover any time in the year is best to visit Matheran. Because every month in year show different colors of nature of Matheran. Monsoon gives you enjoyment of cloud walk, while winter shows you real fog (not smog). What to say about coolness in summer.