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HomeWalk Through The Highlights Of Bandra In 3 Hours
Description
Sign up for a short walking tour and explore the highlights of Bandra West, referred to as the “Queen of the Suburbs” in Mumbai. See the Bandra Fort, St. Andrew's Church, the Mount Mary Church, and other Portuguese heritages on your walk. Experience a scenic view of the Bandra-Worli Sea link and Mahim Bay from Mumbai's famous spot- the Bandstand.
Highlights
- Visit the St. Andrew's Church, one of the oldest churches in Mumbai
- See the Mount Mary Church, a famous ancient heritage
- Observe the Portuguese influence as you cross the buildings and monuments
- Witness the Bandra-Worli Sea Linkage from the Bandstand
- Walk to the Bandra Fort, a 17th-century Portuguese watchtower
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- Meet the tour guide at St. Andrews' Church and sightsee the following highlights of Mumbai:
- St.Andrews' Church – St. Andrew’s Church is one of the oldest churches in Mumbai. It was originally built by Portuguese Jesuits in 1575. It stands on the seashore of the Bandra suburb of Mumbai and was the only church there till the first quarter of the 17th century.
- The historic villages – The Bandra of yesteryear was a tiny fishing village inhabited by Kolis (fishermen) and farmers. It was acquired by the British East India Company, while the rest of Bombay belonged to the Portuguese.
- Ranwar Village – Ranwar is the original of the 24 pakhadis, or villages, that made up Bandra. When the Britishers took Bombay away from the Portuguese in 1661, they did not obtain control immediately.
- Chimbai – Unlike its fortunate brother Ranwar, this village is far from the development or the artsy scene Bandra is famous for. Although it is in the vicinity of Bandstand with its posh bungalows and high-rise buildings, this village is unkempt and uncared for. The few original inhabitants of Bandra or Mumbai in general, the Koli community (Chimbaikars) can still be found here.
- Trace Bandra’s heritage. One of the defining characteristics of Bandra West is its pervasive Portuguese heritage. Bandra was settled by the Portuguese in 1534 when it was a simple fishing village, and it remained part of their territory even after the Bombay Islands were transferred to the British in 1661. During their occupation of the area, the Portuguese built many churches and converted thousands of locals to Catholicism.
- Visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, more commonly known as Mount Mary Church. It is a Roman Catholic Basilica located in Bandra, Mumbai. The feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated here on the first Sunday after 8 September (the birthday of the Virgin Mary).
- See the Bandra Fort and Bandstand. Tucked away on the tip of Bandra West are the remains of a 17th-century fort that was built by the Portuguese as a watchtower. It was strategically located to look out over Mahim Bay but now provides an excellent vantage point for viewing the landmark Bandra-Worli Sea Link bridge.
- Meet the tour guide at St. Andrews' Church and sightsee the following highlights of Mumbai:
What's Included
- English speaking guide
- Water bottles
Meeting Point
St. Andrew's Church, Hill Road, Old Rajaram Wadi, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 4 | INR 2000 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |
Starting From
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USD 25 / person