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IN PHOTOS: Iconic landmarks of Mumbai — exploring the city`s heart and heritage

Updated On: 03 March, 2025 01:52 PM IST | Joy Manikumar

Explore the heart of Mumbai through these stunning aerial visuals of the iconic landmarks that define the city`s vibrant culture and rich history. From the majestic Gateway of India to the bustling streets of Mohammed Ali Road, each spot tells a unique story of Mumbai`s spirit and charm. (Photos by Rane Ashish/Mid-Day)

Explore the heart of Mumbai through these stunning aerial visuals of the iconic landmarks that define the city`s vibrant culture and rich history. From the majestic Gateway of India to the bustling streets of Mohammed Ali Road, each spot tells a unique story of Mumbai`s spirit and charm. (Photos by Rane Ashish/Mid-Day)

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Explore the heart of Mumbai through these stunning aerial visuals of the iconic landmarks that define the city`s vibrant culture and rich history. From the majestic Gateway of India to the bustling streets of Mohammed Ali Road, each spot tells a unique story of Mumbai`s spirit and charm. (Photos by Rane Ashish/Mid-Day)
<p><strong>The Queen`s Necklace</strong></p>
<p>Capturing the breathtaking view of Marine Drive, this iconic promenade, stretching from Girgaum Chowpatty to Nariman Point, lights up at night, making it one of Mumbai`s most mesmerising sights&nbsp;<strong>(Location: Imperial Tower)</strong></p>

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The Queen`s Necklace

Capturing the breathtaking view of Marine Drive, this iconic promenade, stretching from Girgaum Chowpatty to Nariman Point, lights up at night, making it one of Mumbai`s most mesmerising sights (Location: Imperial Tower)

<p><strong>Shivaji Park and Shiv Sena Bhavan Junction</strong></p>
<p>This historical park in Dadar, famous for being a cricketing hub and a landmark of Mumbai`s political history, is situated close to Shiv Sena Bhavan <strong>(Location: Kohinoor Square Dadar)</strong></p>

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Shivaji Park and Shiv Sena Bhavan Junction

This historical park in Dadar, famous for being a cricketing hub and a landmark of Mumbai`s political history, is situated close to Shiv Sena Bhavan (Location: Kohinoor Square Dadar)

<p><strong>Gateway of India </strong></p>
<p>Gateway of India &ndash; A symbol of Mumbai`s rich heritage and history, the Gateway of India is a must-visit landmark. Standing majestically by the waterfront, it`s a perfect blend of Indo-Saracenic architecture and offers stunning views of the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and the Arabian Sea <strong>(Location: Hotel Taj Apollo Bunder)</strong></p>

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Gateway of India

Gateway of India – A symbol of Mumbai`s rich heritage and history, the Gateway of India is a must-visit landmark. Standing majestically by the waterfront, it`s a perfect blend of Indo-Saracenic architecture and offers stunning views of the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and the Arabian Sea (Location: Hotel Taj Apollo Bunder)

<p><strong>Coastal Road</strong></p>
<p>The scenic stretch of Mumbai`s Coastal Road near Haji Ali Dargah offers an unparalleled view of the sea, linking the iconic landmark with the busy Worli area. <strong>(Location: Diviniti Society)</strong></p>

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Coastal Road

The scenic stretch of Mumbai`s Coastal Road near Haji Ali Dargah offers an unparalleled view of the sea, linking the iconic landmark with the busy Worli area. (Location: Diviniti Society)

<p><strong>Eros Theatre</strong></p>
<p>Situated opposite the Churchgate Railway Station, this iconic spot is famous for its movie theatre and the bustling life surrounding it. <strong>(Location: Churchgate Station)</strong></p>

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Eros Theatre

Situated opposite the Churchgate Railway Station, this iconic spot is famous for its movie theatre and the bustling life surrounding it. (Location: Churchgate Station)

<p><strong>Flora Fountain &amp; Hutatma Chowk </strong></p>
<p>A testament to colonial architecture, Flora Fountain is located in the heart of South Mumbai. This bustling square is also home to the famous VSNL building, a key landmark. <strong>(Location: VSNL Building)</strong></p>

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Flora Fountain & Hutatma Chowk

A testament to colonial architecture, Flora Fountain is located in the heart of South Mumbai. This bustling square is also home to the famous VSNL building, a key landmark. (Location: VSNL Building)

<p><strong>Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL) </strong></p>
<p>The 23 km-long MTHL bridge, which connects Sewri to Nhava Sheva, is one of the country`s most ambitious infrastructural projects. The bridge improves connectivity between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, offering a new gateway to the east. <strong>(Location: Prathana Grand Building, Sewri)</strong></p>

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Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL)

The 23 km-long MTHL bridge, which connects Sewri to Nhava Sheva, is one of the country`s most ambitious infrastructural projects. The bridge improves connectivity between Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, offering a new gateway to the east. (Location: Prathana Grand Building, Sewri)

<p><strong>Bandra Reclamation Flyover </strong></p>
<p>An important link connecting Bandra East and West, this busy flyover offers views of heavy traffic and connects to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, making it a key point of Mumbai`s road network. <strong>(Location: Rang Sharda)</strong></p>

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Bandra Reclamation Flyover

An important link connecting Bandra East and West, this busy flyover offers views of heavy traffic and connects to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, making it a key point of Mumbai`s road network. (Location: Rang Sharda)

<p><strong>Girgaum Chowpatty&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>A popular beach and recreational area, Girgaum Chowpatty is an iconic spot for Mumbaikars, offering scenic views of the Arabian Sea. <strong>(Location: Pramod Navalkar Viewing Gallery, Malabar Hill)</strong></p>

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Girgaum Chowpatty 

A popular beach and recreational area, Girgaum Chowpatty is an iconic spot for Mumbaikars, offering scenic views of the Arabian Sea. (Location: Pramod Navalkar Viewing Gallery, Malabar Hill)

<p><strong>Arabian Sea</strong></p>
<p>The stretch from Prabhadevi to Bandra Reclamation offers breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea, a perfect sight for photographers and nature lovers alike. <strong>(Location: 25 South, Prabhadevi)</strong></p>

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Arabian Sea

The stretch from Prabhadevi to Bandra Reclamation offers breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea, a perfect sight for photographers and nature lovers alike. (Location: 25 South, Prabhadevi)

<p><strong>Haji Ali Circle </strong></p>
<p>Located near the famous Haji Ali Dargah and Heera Panna Shopping Centre, this busy junction is one of the most recognisable parts of Mumbai`s skyline. <strong>(Location: Heera Panna Building, Mahalaxmi)</strong></p>

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Haji Ali Circle

Located near the famous Haji Ali Dargah and Heera Panna Shopping Centre, this busy junction is one of the most recognisable parts of Mumbai`s skyline. (Location: Heera Panna Building, Mahalaxmi)

<p><strong>Teen Bhatti Junction </strong></p>
<p>Known for its bustling atmosphere, this junction near Girgaum Chowpatty offers a vantage point of one of Mumbai&rsquo;s busiest and most historic areas. <strong>(Location: Queens Boulevard Towers)</strong></p>

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Teen Bhatti Junction

Known for its bustling atmosphere, this junction near Girgaum Chowpatty offers a vantage point of one of Mumbai’s busiest and most historic areas. (Location: Queens Boulevard Towers)

<p><strong>Mohammed Ali Road</strong></p>
<p>This iconic road, famous for its rich cultural and culinary history, runs alongside the bustling JJ Flyover, connecting two major parts of the city. <strong>(Location: Rapid Heights)</strong></p>

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Mohammed Ali Road

This iconic road, famous for its rich cultural and culinary history, runs alongside the bustling JJ Flyover, connecting two major parts of the city. (Location: Rapid Heights)

<p><strong>Shiv Sena Bhavan</strong></p>
<p>A political and cultural landmark, Shiv Sena Bhavan stands tall in Dadar West as a symbol of the city`s political evolution. <strong>(Location: Sugee Building)</strong></p>

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Shiv Sena Bhavan

A political and cultural landmark, Shiv Sena Bhavan stands tall in Dadar West as a symbol of the city`s political evolution. (Location: Sugee Building)

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A photographer holds up the lights during a photo session by the Madh Island seashore. PIC/NIMESH DAVE

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