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Hidden Gems of Mumbai: Beyond the Tourist Trail

Explore Mumbai's lesser-known treasures, from historic neighborhoods to local culinary secrets.

December 10, 2023
6 min read
Hidden Gems of Mumbai: Beyond the Tourist Trail

Mumbai is a city of high-rises and crowded local trains, but it also hides secret pockets of absolute magic. Beyond the Gateway of India and Marine Drive lies a rich history of local fishing villages, colonial bungalows, and quiet art lanes.

Explore these hidden gems: - **Khotachiwadi Village:** A beautiful heritage pocket of old Portuguese-style wooden cottages tucked in the middle of Girgaon. - **The Banganga Tank:** A serene, 12th-century sacred water tank surrounded by historic temples and narrow steps, providing a peaceful quiet away from the city traffic. - **Sassoon Docks Art Project:** Vibrant graffiti and art installations taking over colonial maritime docks. - **Chor Bazaar Culinary Lanes:** Discover the best slow-cooked Mughlai kebabs, hand-churned ice cream (sancha), and street sweets.

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Rahul Kapoor
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Rahul Kapoor

Travel journalist and photographer