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7 Amazing Things To Do and See at Powai Lake

Exploring the Powai Lake in Mumbai: 10 Amazing Things To Do and See at Powai Lake. You’re now in Mumbai’s most attractive destination. But what is Powai Lake? It is a bird sanctuary, fishing and recreation spot, and sometimes an artificial lake. It was one of the most polluted lakes in Mumbai for many years but regained its natural beauty with consistent rejuvenation efforts. Powai Lake has always been an attraction for locals and tourists alike. With that said, take this tour of A-must-see places around this vital tourist destination for locals and visitors alike: 1. Bird life at Powai …

Novena and Mass timings St. Michael Church Mahim 2022 Annual Novena in honor of Our lady of Perpetual Succour will start from 18th June 2022 to 26th June 2022, and the Feast Day is 27th June 2022. The Story of St. Michael Church Mahim St. Michael’s Church is among the oldest Catholic churches and one of the oldest Portuguese structures in Mumbai. The church is located in Mahim, located at the junction of L.J. Road and Mahim Causeway. Because of its location, it is also called Mahim Church. The church is renowned for its The Our Lady of Perpetual aid Novena on …

Located in the center of Aarey Colony, Chhota Kashmir in Mumbai is a beautiful and colorful garden developed near the Aarey Dairy and opposite Aarey Police Station. This garden is filled with various flowers that blossom all year round. It has a beautiful lake where you can go boating and enjoy the closeness to Nature. The garden lawns are evergreen with impressive palm and tall coconut trees, a perfect replica of Kashmir’s natural beauty. The Aarey Colony belt is located far from the busy city of Mumbai between the concrete and steel high rises. The most popular attraction is the …

History of Film City Mumbai Film City (or Dadasaheb Phalke Chitra Nagari) is an integrated film studio near Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Goregaon East, in Mumbai, India. It is home to many recording rooms, gardens, theatres, and other facilities used for many Marathi and Bollywood films. The state government built it in 1977 to offer concessions and facilities to the film industry. The plan for Film City was prepared and executed under the guidance of V. Shantaram. It was renamed Dadasaheb Phalke Chitra Nagari in 2001 in memory of India’s first producer-director-screenwriter, Dadasaheb Phalke, who is considered the father of the Indian film industry. It has …

The Hanging Garden in Mumbai is a beautiful garden near the Malabar Hills. It is one of the most popular tourist spots in Mumbai and is visited by people worldwide. The Garden is known for its lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere. It is best to visit the Hanging Garden during the monsoon season when the gardens are at their best. The Garden is well taken care of and is a great place to relax and unwind. History of Hanging Garden The Hanging Garden was originally built in 1881 for the British Governor, Lord Mountbatten. It was designed by Frederick Law …

History of Bandstand and How It Got This Name Bandra Bandstand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Mumbai. It is a beautiful seaside promenade located in the Bandra neighborhood. The Bandstand Promenade offers stunning views of the Arabian Sea and is a great place to relax and enjoy a peaceful walk. The promenade is also home to several interesting landmarks, including the Hanging Garden, Mount Mary Church, and Bandra Fort. The Bandstand was built in 1884 as a wooden jetty for British troops stationed in Mumbai. In 1896, it was rebuilt as a bandstand and renamed Queen’s …

Nehru Planetarium Mumbai, situated in the Nehru Science Centre of Make Believe City at Worli to the west of Mumbai, is a must-visit place for you and your family members during your trip to Mumbai. A state-of-the-art facility with the latest projection and sound, Nehru Planetarium Mumbai is run by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University in Aurangabad in association with Maharashtra Institute of Technology at Pune. History The Planetarium has its origins in the small Planetarium that was installed by the University Education Department in 1962. It has since undergone many changes and renovations. The first major renovation was done …

Sinhagad, which means a Lion, is a name given to a hill fortress 49 km southwest of Pune in India. The day-by-day aging and rain have made it a valued sightseeing site of the current generation. The available caves and carvings in the Kaundinyeshwar temple, together with the available information, have led the researchers to believe that this fortress must have been built around 2 thousand years ago. Interestingly the Fort is perched on an elevation of about 1312 meters above sea level and 760 meters above the ground. It’s also vital to note that the fortress is strategically located …

Lohagad fort is one of the numerous hill forts situated in Maharashtra state, India. Interestingly, this fort rises to an elevation of about 3,388 feet high and is located near the hill of Lonavala and Pune to the northwest. For the majority of the time, this fort was under the Maratha Empire and under the Mughal Empire was a few years. History Lohagad, or the iron fort, has had a long history with many dynasties having their period of occupation. Some of the dynasties who have occupied this fort include Chalukyas, Marathas, Nizams, Mughals, and many more. Amazingly, this fort …

For more than two centuries, the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, has been devoted to fulfilling the desires of those who come to worship there. In India, Shree Ganesh is the first deity to be worshipped before starting on any new endeavor or commercial venture, owing to his divine name as the problem-solver (Vighnaharta). The Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir, which is in Prabhadevi, is unquestionably one of the most famous and important sites of worship in Mumbai. Under official documents, the temple was dedicated for the first time on Thursday, November 19, 1801. A tiny building that housed …

A peek into the history of Virar Virar is said to have been named after the Goddess Eka Viraa (एकविरा). In the slopes of the Tunga Parvat, a huge temple dedicated to Eka – Vira Devi may be located on the banks of the Vaitarna River. At Tunga Parvat, people used to finish their “Shurpaaraka Yatra.” It’s also possible that the name is taken from the Indian philosopher Jeevan Virar’s name. On the west side of the Virar Tirtha, a carved stone may still be seen. The carved stone is about three feet long and nine inches broad, with a …

The Arabian Sea bounds Madh Island to the west and the Malad creek towards the east. There are many beaches like Erangel Beach, Dana Pani Beach, Marve Beach, and Aksa Beach, which are very close to Madh Island. A popular weekend destination, far away from the busy city life, Madh Island is all about sunshine, breeze, and fantastic seafood. It still may be a haven for those trying to find some unique experiences. The Island is mainly a village comprising Kolis, Marathi, East Indians, Roman Catholics, and people from other communities. You will find Hotels, Restaurants, Resorts, Shacks, Bungalows, and even Villas on Madh Island. However, …

Kamala Nehru Park is a theme park that is located right at the heart of India’s financial hub, Mumbai. It has lots of attractions for children and adults. It is also called ‘Shoe Park’ as it has a huge shoe house in the form of an old woman’s shoe. HISTORY AND ATTRACTIONS History The park is named after Kamala Nehru, who was the wife of India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. It doubles up as one of the oldest parks in the city of Mumbai. Unlike many parks of its kind in many global cities, it evolved over time …

Mumbai, the business capital of India, is known for its tourism. There are many historical monuments and sculptures in Mumbai which people visit to see while on vacation. One such place is Elephanta Caves, located on an island just off the coast of Mumbai city. These caves were built between the 5th-7th century AD by Hindu kings. The structure of these caves shows the perfect blending of Dravidian and Nagara styles of Hindu architecture. This blend makes it one among a few temples with two different styles of temple building existing side by side. It was initially called Gharapuri, but …

About Marine Drive Marine Drive is a 3-kilometer long Promenade in South Mumbai. It’s a C-shaped concrete footpath along the sea line. This Promenade is also known as the Queens necklace Road. This is due to the night street lights that exhibit necklace design when seen from an elevated height. The Marine Drive is a footpath where people can walk. The footpath is quite broad and comfortable for many people to walk at one time. One of the most beautiful views is the palm trees, planted parallel to the Promenade, giving it a magnificent scenic view. There is a low …