15 Places to Visit in Mumbai -- Religious

  1. Mumbadevi Temple
    The Mumbadevi Temple is dedicated to the goddess Mumba, whom the city of Mumbai was named after, and that's what makes this temple noteworthy.
  2. Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue
    This soothing light blue colored building has a charming interior, resplendent with pillars, chandeliers, and stained glass windows.
  3. Holy Name Cathedral
    The opulent Catholic Holy Name Cathedral is renowned for its delicate frescoes, pipe organ, a gifts from various Popes including the huge bell that hangs outside the church.
  4. Afghan Church
    The Presbyterian Afghan Church was built by the British in memory of the thousands of soldiers who lost their lives in the First Afghan War from 1835-43.
  5. St. Thomas's Cathedral
    St. Thomas's Cathedral offers a peaceful respite in a busy part of the city. The first Anglican church in Mumbai, it dates back to 1718. It's renowned for its award winning stained glass work.
  6. Babulnath Temple
    This ancient temple, devoted to Lord Shiva in the form of a Babul tree, sits 1,000 feet above sea level.
  7. Babu Amichand Panalal Adishwarji Jain Temple
    Jain temples are usually the most elaborate ones in India, and this one is no exception. Built in 1904, it's adorned with ornate sculptures and paintings.
  8. Shri Walkeshwar Temple
    Legend has it that Lord Rama paused at the spot where the temple was built when heading to Sri Lanka to try and get his wife Sita back from demon Ravana, who kidnapped her.
  9. Haji Ali
    Both a mosque and a tomb, Haji Ali is situated in the middle of the ocean and is only accessible during low tide from a narrow, 500 yard long walkway.
  10. Mahalaxmi Temple
    One of the oldest temples in Mumbai, Mahalaxmi Temple was built in 1782. Take the long flight of steps up to it from the Arabian Sea.
  11. Siddhivinayak Temple
    Have a wish that you want granted? Visit this famous temple, devoted to Lord Ganesh.
  12. Mount Mary's Basilica
    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.
  13. ISKCON
    The complex's marble temple is apparently one of India's most beautiful Krishna temples. Its walls are adorned with delightful murals and sculptures.
  14. Global Pagoda
    The magnificent golden Buddhist Global Pagoda is the world's largest stone dome built without any supporting pillars.
  15. Elephanta Caves
    While the Elephanta Caves are more tourist attraction than religious place, they contain an important historical rock-cut temple dedicated to Lord Shiva that dates back to the 7th century. 

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