#SiddhivinayakTemple

One of the most beautiful temples situated in Mumbai, the Siddhivinayak temple is a standing testament of beauty and architecture. This ancient temple was constructed in 1801 and is dedicated to the elephant-head deity of Hinduism, 'Lord Ganesh'. This venerated temple in Mumbai was constructed by Deubai Patil and Laxman Vithu.Have a wish that you want granted? Visit the famous Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai, devoted to Lord Ganesh. While many Hindu temples only allow Hindus to enter, thereby adding to the religion’s mystery, this temple welcomes everyone with its open door policy. Visitors shouldn’t expect a peaceful experience however. On an average day, the temple draws over 25,000 people. Every Tuesday, the most auspicious day of the week, this number swells to over 100,000 people.

#MahalaxmiTemple

Mahalaxmi Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to honor 'Goddess Mahalaxmi' who is also known as the 'Goddess of Wealth'. This beautiful temple is situated in Mumbai and was constructed in 1785. Many devotees visit this temple to offer their prayers to Goddess Mahalaxmi.As its name suggests, Mahalaxmi Temple is devoted to the Goddess Mahalaxmi (the Great Laxmi, goddess of wealth and prosperity). One of the oldest temples in Mumbai, Mahalaxmi Temple was built in 1782 to bring good fortune and remove problems that were hampering the Hornby Vellard causeway consturction project. Take the long flight of steps, lined with with vendors selling everything from sweets to saris, up to the temple from the Arabian Sea.

#MumbadeviTemple

'Mumba Devi Temple' is the most important shrine in Mumbai and the city derives its name from 'Goddess Mumbadevi', who is the main deity of the local citizens.Mumba Devi Temple is a renowned ancient temple dedicated to 'Goddess Mumbadevi'. This beautiful temple situated in Mumbai was built in the 18th Century. The 'Koli' fishermen or the early inhabitions of Mumbai greatly respect and honor Goddess Mumbadevi and consider her as their guardian.

#BabulnathTemple

Located near Girgaum Chowpatty, Babulnath Temple is an ancient Shiva temple, which was completed during the reign of Hindu king Raja Bhimdev in the 12th century. However, the temple was buried and lost over a period of time and later in 1700 the idols of Shiva Linga, Ganesh, Hanuman, and Parvati were rediscovered and the temple was redesigned. Its construction was funded by Gujarati merchants and Maharaja Sayajirao Gaikwad of Baroda state. Presently, this majestic temple is elegantly designed as an illusion of Mount Kailash, which is the perpetual abode of Lord Shiva.

#MountMaryChurch

As the name suggests, Mount Mary's Basilica sits atop a small hill overlooking the ocean. Its current semi-Gothic style building is around 100 years old, although the statue of the mother Mary dates back to the 16th century.Mount Mary Church is a Roman Catholic Church, dedicated to 'Virgin Mary', situated in Mumbai. This ancient church, built in 1640 and then rebuilt in 1761, is also known as 'The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount'. What makes this church even more beautiful is that it is sited on top of a hill known as 'Sunderban Bandra', which overlooks the mighty Arabian Sea.The church and its grounds are particularly festive during the Bandra Fair. It takes place over an eight day period, starting on the first Sunday after September 8, as part of the annual Feast of Our Lady of the Mount celebrations.

#HagiAliDargah

Constructed in 1431, Haji Ali Dargah is a famous mosque located Worli, South Mumbai. The tomb is built in the middle of Worli Bay on a tiny islet with as a brilliant exhibition of Indo-Islamic architecture. People of all religions and creeds are welcomed here. Every day nearly fifteen thousand people(numbers can surpass twenty thousand on Fridays and Sundays) visit the dargah and ask for their wishes to be granted. Apart from regular visitors, the dargah sees huge crowds on special events like Pir Haji Ali Shah’s anniversary. Eid here is celebrated with all Islamic traditions and the experience is truly unforgettable.
























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