Saturday, June 15, 2019

Jai Shankar

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Steps leading to Babulnath temple that was built on a hillock in 1890 dedicated to Lord Shiva. A popular destination for tourists and pilgrims in Mumbai.

Friday, June 14, 2019

Skyscape

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The evening sky over Bandra.

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Thursday, June 13, 2019

St.Stephen's church



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Built in 1853 St.Stephen's church stands beautiful in a cute corner of Bandra close to the Mount Mary church. 
To learn more about this cute church head here

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Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Wall art

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Shaandar (Grand) Zabardast (Terrific) Zindabad (Long live). Wall art in Bandra.

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Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Babulnath temple

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The Babulnath temple in Mumbai dates back to 1890. It is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located on a small hillock near Girgaum chowpatty.
For some interesting stories and history of the temple please click here

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Monday, June 10, 2019

Monochrome mania

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The neighbourhood 'Iron man'. He will iron your clothes for a small charge and often offers a drop and pick up of the clothes too. A real boon to the residents.

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Sunday, June 9, 2019

Offerings for Mahalakshmi

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Offerings on sale for Goddess Mahalakshmi outside the temple. Her favourite flower is the Lotus. In the plate there are floral garlands, bangles, coconut, incense and a lotus in full bloom. In addition the devotee can buy a saree to be offered too.