Fascinating places to explore in Mumbai's iconic Bandra neighbourhood
Priya Srivastava, TIMESOFINDIA.COM, TRAVEL TRENDS, MUMBAI Updated : Aug 22, 2022, 23:17 IST
Fascinating places to see in the iconic Bandra region of Mumbai
Also known as the Queen of Suburbs, Bandra is the lifeline of Mumbai! It is among the coolest neighbourhoods with an attractive amalgam of culture and heritage along with contemporary values. The neighbourhood is noted for awesome attractions, cool restaurants and pubs, and shopping centres.
Let’s find out more about the iconic Bandra:
Bandra Fort
Also known as Castella De Aguada, Bandra Fort is one of the least explored attractions in the city. This piece of history deserves all the attention. Built in 1534, the fort overlooks the Mahim Bay and the Arabian Sea. The sunset views from here are quite stunning.
St. Andrew’s Church
This 1575 church in Bandra is counted among the oldest churches in the whole city. The structure has witnessed several historical events, such as the 1618 cyclone and the 1739 Maratha invasion.
Mount Mary’s Church
This Roman church in Bandra is noted for its yearly feast during the Bandra Fair. The church is iconic and an important place of worship in Mumbai. The fair is attended by over a thousand tourists every week of September.
Hill Road and Linking Road
Hill Road and Linking Road are two of the exotic street shopping promenades in Mumbai. These two iconic shopping hubs attract shoppers on a daily basis. These two places are a perfect hub for shopaholics.
Bandstand
One of the most gorgeous and iconic promenades in Mumbai, Bandstand is the heart of Mumbai. Set along the Marine Drive and Worli Seaface, this place is so dreamy and so romantic that it has featured in a number of Bollywood movies. The place is also popular among joggers, cyclists and Bollywood celebrities.
Bandra Railway Station
This is among the most iconic structures in the city and a busy local junction. The Bandra Terminus is used by thousands of commuters every day. You’ll be mesmerised with the amazing architecture of the terminus and today there’s also an interesting gallery here.
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