Parsi Colony, Dadar Mumbai
About
A distinctive planned Parsi residential colony in Dadar featuring Art Deco buildings, fire temples, and a unique community atmosphere. One of the largest Parsi settlements outside Gujarat.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Walk from Dadar station, head east towards Five Gardens
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Siddhivinayak (1.1 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Dadar (0.2 km away) on the Western Line, Central Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Parsi Colony, Dadar
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Parsi Colony, Dadar
History
Developed in the early 20th century as a residential colony for Mumbai's Parsi community. The well-planned layout with gardens and community spaces reflects Parsi architectural sensibilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
One of the largest Parsi residential enclaves in the world
Features distinctive Art Deco apartment buildings from the 1930s-40s
The community maintains several fire temples and cultural institutions
Walk through to admire the Art Deco architecture
The bakeries here sell excellent Parsi baked goods
Visit during Navroze (Parsi New Year) for community celebrations
Nearby Attractions
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Hindu Colony & Parsi Colony Heritage Walk, Dadar
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Five Gardens (Panchatantra Garden), Dadar
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Mumbai Vada Pav & Street Food Trail
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Dadar Parsi Colony
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Five Gardens (Panch Bungalow)
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Hindmata Market & Dadar Flower Market
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Matunga & King's Circle South Indian Food Trail
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Dadar Flower Market
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Dabbawala Experience & Heritage Walk
Experience
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