Sewri Christian Cemetery (British-era) Mumbai
About
One of Mumbai's oldest British-era cemeteries with elaborate Victorian tombs, Gothic monuments, and inscriptions dating back to the 18th century. A hauntingly beautiful and historically significant site.
Basic Information
Timings
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Historical
How to Reach
Walk from Sewri station on Harbour Line
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Dadar (1.8 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Wadala Road (1.4 km away) on the Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Sewri Christian Cemetery (British-era)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Sewri Christian Cemetery (British-era)
History
Established in the 18th century as a burial ground for British soldiers, administrators, and their families. The cemetery tells the story of British Bombay through its tombstones and epitaphs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Historical
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Contains tombs dating back to the 1700s
Some tombstones tell fascinating stories of colonial-era lives
The Victorian Gothic monuments are remarkable works of funerary art
A respectful and quiet visit is expected
Bring a camera for the ornate Victorian monuments
Some tombstones have incredible stories inscribed on them
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