Mount Mary Church Mumbai
About
Our Lady of the Mount Basilica, also known as Mount Mary Church, is a Roman Catholic church situated at the top of a hill at Bandra. It is more than 100 years old. The church is renowned for its Gothic architecture and the Bandra Fair, which occurs in September and attracts a lot of tourists and pilgrims.
Basic Information
Timings
6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Not specified
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Tourist Attraction
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Bandra station; short taxi ride
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Bandra Colony (4.9 km away) on the Line 3.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Mount Mary Church
History
This ancient church is among the oldest in the city. Dedicated to Hindu deity Shiva, the stunning temple dates back to the 12th century, built by local ruler Bhimdev or Bhima. However, over the years, it was abandoned and eventually buried until its rediscovery in the 18th century. Its reconstruction took place in the late 1800s.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Not specified
Type
Tourist Attraction
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount is the official name of this Roman Catholic church located in Bandra.