My introduction to Jaipuri Safa has remained one of the most memorable memories of my visit to Jaipur. In December of 2021, I and Sarah decided to head to Jaipur to celebrate our tenth wedding anniversary. To be honest, we had no plans for it until the last moment. However, we chose Jaipur, made our plans and went off.
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Lonavala and Mahabaleshwar are two of the most popular hill stations in Maharashtra near Mumbai and Pune. Both destinations offer very different travel experiences depending on your trip style, duration, and expectations.
St Stephen’s Church Bandra is one of those churches that stands quietly tucked in one of the lanes of Bandra. The church is located on the same road just five minutes walking distance from the most famous church in Mumbai the Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount a.k.a Mount Mary Church Bandra.
Let me start this post with a confession. I’ve been to the Mount Mary Church Bandra several times in my lifetime. A few visits during my teenage days with my mother and later with Sarah. In all those visits, I’ve passed by St Stephen’s Church Bandra but I never had the thought to check it out. To be honest, I never knew it was a church.
Mount Mary Church Mumbai, officially known as the Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount Bandra is the most famous church in Mumbai that needs no introduction. If you are looking for top churches in Mumbai you will never find a list that has no mention of this church. It is to Mumbai what Notre Dame is to Paris.
While a lot is said and written about this popular church in Mumbai I decided to present this iconic local attraction in Mumbai my way. Considering the popularity of Mount Mary Church Bandra taking pictures is a bit challenging here especially when you visit on a Sunday.
St. Andrew’s Church in Bandra stands quietly by the sea, yet its story is anything but quiet. The parish dates back to 1575, which makes it older than the Taj Mahal. That alone pulls you in, but the real charm lies in its lived history, serene atmosphere, and timeless coastal setting.
Don Bosco Church Matunga, officially known as Shrine of Don Bosco’s Madonna is a famous church in Mumbai. Tucked in one of the bylanes of Matunga, this church has remained a part of Mumbai’s heritage for many decades now.
Since it is the holiday season and Christmas is just around the corner, I decided to visit this church with Sarah probably when there are not many devotees around. This way I can get the best pictures of the church without interrupting anyone or causing inconvenience. However, this is not the first time I’ve visited this church.
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December in Mumbai is full of sparkle, from twinkling lights to the smell of fresh plum cakes wafting through bakeries. Whether you love the winter chill or the festive buzz, the city knows how to bake up Christmas magic.
Tucked between Mumbai’s iconic Churchgate Station and Horniman Circle, Saint Thomas Cathedral church in Mumbai stands tall and speaks volumes about its history and grandeur. This church in Mumbai has a lot of history and has influenced the history of the city as well. As we pass through these simple wooden doors let me take you back in time and share its history.
Old theatres in Mumbai are essentially single screen theatres in Mumbai which remain an integral part of the history and culture of the city. However, sadly many of them have shut down or are on the verge of shutting down thanks to an unstoppable force called development.
Multiplexes are becoming a trend offering exceptional movie experiences. Over the past decade, Mumbai has seen considerable growth in terms of multiplexes mushrooming all over the city. This has led to the downfall of the single screen old theatres in Mumbai.
Want to know more about the 1832 Bombay riots? If you are living in Mumbai it is likely that you must have come across a few Parsis or Iranis that live in their own world. Most people think of Parsis and Iranis as this sweet, friendly and peace-loving individual that prefer to mind their own business. However, you might not know that in 1832, Parsis and Iranis led the Bombay Dog Riots, the first-ever rioting event in Mumbai (formerly Bombay).
Standing proudly at the intersection of Forbes Street and K Dubash Marg, Rhythm House was more than a music store, it was the heartbeat of Mumbai. From its founding, a year after India’s independence, the store offered vinyl records, cassettes, and later CDs that transported generations of music lovers into worlds of sound far beyond the city streets.
Writing on doors has always been a challenge to me. Why? Because I generally write about history, culture, food, destinations and shopping. Thursday Doors is a different topic altogether. Also, connecting doors with my travel theme is a bit tricky, therefore I kind of enjoy this challenge.
India has always been the land of diverse cultures and traditions. Over the years, many colonies and empires have settled here influencing the lives of the people in many different ways. Mumbai, in particular, has always been the city of commerce attracting people from far corners of the world.
Tucked in the quiet corner of South Mumbai you will find plenty of heritage buildings that stand the test of time. Previously I covered my college, the Elphinstone College that is among the oldest colleges in Mumbai (then Bombay). This time let me take you on a short trip to visit one of the prominent newspapers in India: Mumbai Samachar.