Khotachiwadi Heritage Village Mumbai

Charming Portuguese-era village with colorful heritage houses. Nestled in the Girgaon neighborhood of central Mumbai, Khotachiwadi is one of the last surviving East Indian Christian villages within the city. The settlement dates back over 200 years and originally comprised 65 Portuguese-style wooden bungalows with distinctive features—stained glass windows, carved wooden balconies, sloping tiled roofs, and internal courtyards. Only 28 of these heritage homes survive today, their colorful facades creating an atmospheric pocket of old-world charm amid modern apartment blocks. The village celebrates Christmas with elaborate decorations drawing visitors from across Mumbai. Heritage walks through the narrow lanes offer a glimpse into the East Indian community's traditions, cuisine, and way of life.

150+ year old Portuguese settlement