Bandra Mumbai is an important location in the Western suburbs of Mumbai. Bandra in Mumbai is referred to as the 'queen of the suburbs'. Bandra most likely is the modified form of the Marathi word 'vandre' meaning port. It might also have been derived from the Persian word 'bandar' meaning port.
Bandra History
In 12th century Bandra was under the rule of the Shilahar dynasty. The Portuguese captured this place in 1543, and subsequently transferred its ownership together with Sion, Parel and Wadala to the Jesuit priests. Towards the end of the 16th century the Jesuits built the Santa Anna Church. Bandra has an exceptional six Roman Catholic Churches within an area of 4 square kilometers. The internationally renowned Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount is one amongst these six churches.
Accommodation in Bandra
Bandra is one of the famous localities of Mumbai and is frequented by tourists all round the year. Some of the best hotels of Mumbai are located in Bandra. A few of these are:
Welcome Searock Sheraton - This is a 5 star accommodation belonging to the ITC Welcome group. The hotel with 400 rooms is located in Land's End, Bandra, Mumbai - 400 050
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Taj Land's End - Taj Land's End is a 5 star deluxe hotel having 300 rooms, in Band Stand, Bandra, Mumbai - 400 050
The Regent - This a 5 star accommodation with more than 500 rooms in Band Stand, Bandra, Mumbai - 400 050
Hotel Metro Palace - This 2 star category hotel with 38 rooms is located in 355, Ramdas Nayak Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai - 400 050
Bandra tourist attractions
Bandra being one of the earliest settlements of the Portuguese is home to six Roman Catholic Churches. The more famous among these are the Mount Mary Church, and the Santa Anna Church. The other places of interest are:
ISKCON Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna is more famous as 'Hare Ram Hare Krishna' temple
Juhu Beach is famous for Mumbai 'bhelpuris', 'pau bhajis', and is always crowded
Other attractions include the Castella de Aguada, a fort belonging to the 17th century, Bandstand Promenade, and Jogger's Park beside the sea.
Mumbai Bandra is about half an hours drive from Mumbai international airport. It is situated exactly between Borivili in the west and Colaba in the south. Bandra is easily accessible from all Mumbai locations. The Bandra railway station is served both by the Central and Western suburban Railways.
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