Team India has returned to its country after winning the T20 World Cup 2024 title. After Delhi, the team will be given a grand welcome in Mumbai. After breakfast with PM Modi, Team India will leave for Mumbai. There will be a parade in an open bus from Nariman Point to Wankhede Stadium.
By the way, you must have heard the name of Nariman Point in Mumbai many times. It is said that it is the fourth most expensive location in the world. Nariman Point in South Mumbai is named after the famous Congress leader Khurshid Nariman. It is a posh area of Mumbai. Many people also call it Manhattan of Mumbai. Let us know many interesting things related to this famous area of Mumbai, Nariman Point.
Before 1940, Nariman Point was part of the Arabian Sea. Bombay Municipal Corporation’s coordinator Khurshid Nariman had the idea of converting the land near the sea into a business centre. Then what, during the construction to build a business centre, this place was filled with garbage, concrete and steel. In 1970, big buildings were ready here.
Jehangir Art Gallery
Jehangir Art Gallery is 2 km away from Nariman Point. It is the oldest art gallery located at Kala Ghoda in Mumbai. It was started in 1952. Artists from not only India but all over the world come here to exhibit their paintings. MF Hussain’s paintings have also been displayed here.
Who doesn’t know about Marine Drive? Marine Drive is a concrete footpath, which is connected to the sea. This place built in C shape is 3 km long. Marine Drive is located at a walking distance from Church Gate. You will see palm trees planted on both sides of the footpath. People coming here get exactly the vibes of Miami and Florida. If you want to see the beauty of this place, then explore this place in the early morning and evening.
The Gateway of India is located 2 km away from Nariman Point. It is one of the famous monuments of India. This monument was built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India. Its design was accepted by George Witte in 1914. Today this monument is a favorite tourist destination for tourists from all over the world.
Every person coming to Mumbai definitely visits Girgaon Chowpatty. It is also known as Mumbai Chowpatty. This place is just 4 km away from Nariman Point. Mumbai Chowpatty is actually a beach. On this 5 km long beach, apart from horse riding, you can taste many delicious dishes at roadside stalls.
The nearest airport to Nariman Point is BOM Airport. Nariman Point is 25 km away from here. After reaching the airport, you can take a cab to reach Nariman Point.
Local trains run from Churchgate to Nariman Point. The total distance from Churchgate to Nariman Point is 887 meters. If you want, you can also go on foot. You will have to walk for 12-15 minutes. Buses for Nariman are also available from Matunga Road Station, Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Dadar Market and Heera Panna Shopping Center.