This
mosque is located in the causeway protruding into the Arabian sea. The
white mosque is the tomb of Saint Haji Ali. Haji Ali was a wealthy
Muslim who renounced the world and proceeded to Mecca. It is said that
he died in Mecca and the casket miraculously drifted and came to the
spot where the mosque is built toady. The mosque can only be approached
during low tide.» Mahalaxmi Race Course
Situated in Mahalaxmi, this racecourse is one of the best in the world. The racing season is for six months from October to April. It attracts huge crowds for heavy betting.
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» Mahalaxmi Temple
This
temple is situated very close to the sea off Mahalaxmi. This temple has
three beautiful images of Hindu goddesses, Mahalaksmi, Mahasaraswati and
Mahakali which are made of gold. During Navaratri festival, devoted
Hindus throng this temple in great numbers to offer coconut, flowers and
sweets to the goddesses.» Mount Mary Church
This is one of most prominent and splendid churches in Mumbai, situated in Bandra (West). During the month of September a week long fair is held which is attended by the people of all relegions.
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Flora FountainThis marvellous fountain was built in 1869, in honor of Sir Henry Bartle and Edward Frere. It is situated in the heart of the Mumbai city at a junction of five streets. The fountain has a figure of "Flora", the Roman Goddess of Flowers at the top
» Victoria Gardens (Veermata Jeejabai Bhonsle Udyan)
These
botanical and zoological gardens have an interesting collection of flora
and fauna. Apart from these, it also has a beautiful gateway, an arched
architctural screen and a museum building in the Greco-Roman Style. A
large stone elephant at the entrance is also worth seeing. These gardens
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