You must have heard about the hanging gardens of Babylon but have you ever heard about the Hanging Gardens of Mumbai? If not let me take you to this beautiful spot. We all know that gardens infuse life into the overly crowded city and let the citizen breathe a sigh of relief from the pollution all around. Gardens are actually quite a significant part of our lives. They are the open green space to play for kids and chatting place for seniors while young can relieve their stress in a natural surroundings. In short they play really an important role in our lives without our knowledge. The garden about which I am talking today is actually very special as it is not any ordinary park but a hanging garden. It is known as The Hanging Garden of Mumbai situated at the top of scenic Malabar Hill on the western side in Mumbai in the state of Maharashtra. The other name of this beautiful garden is Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens. Now let me tell you why these gardens are called Hanging Gardens? Actually these gardens are terraced gardens resting on the top of the hill and from distance look like they are hanging. Thus they got this unique name. The location of the garden is so picturesque from all around that you will forget all worries once you will indulge in the beauty of this place. The garden overlooks the mighty Arabian Sea that gives it an added advantage. The panoramic view of sunset from the garden is enough to wake up your creativity and turn you into a poet or a photographer.The Hanging Garden of Mumbai was created in the year 1881on the main water reservoir of Mumbai. No one exactly knows why the garden was laid on a water reservoir but some facts points out that it was created in order to cover up the water from contaminating activities from the nearby areas. Even after more than a century time this water reservoir still provides fresh drinking water to the surrounding areas. These gardens were again renovated in the year 1921. Apart from its spectacular location these gardens are also famous for its Animal shaped hedges which are not only creative but also an important attraction at the garden for all age groups equally. The best thing about these gardens is that they are very well maintained and kept clean so that everyone can enjoy the place comfortably. Kids love this place as they have a lot to explore here in these animal images and a green place to roam around. Seniors can sit quietly and enjoy the sunset view amidst splendid greenery and fresh environment. It is also a perfect place to jog, walk or do yoga in the early morning when the atmosphere is cool and comfortable.Timings of the GardenIt is open from 5.00 am to 9.00 pm every day.Opening daysIt is open on all days of the week.AccessibilityThe location is quite easy to reach using car, local bus or auto rickshaw.Nearby attractionJain Temple at BanganagaAddressThe Hanging Gardens of Mumbai,Western part of Malabar Hill,Opposite Kamala Nehru Park,Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaRUCHI MAHAJANзайм на карту без отказов круглосуточновзять кредит онлайн