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Cultural & Heritage tour of the beautiful Bandra village
Mumbai, India
$109.61
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
An island village neighbouring the erstwhile Mumbai Heptanesia, Bandra or Bandor as the Portuguese called it, was originally a collection of 24 villages inhabited by the Kolis or the fisherfollk community. In the 16th and 17th century many of these villages converted to Catholicism owing to the Portuguese rule. These converts were christened as East Indian by the British and form the backbone of Bandra’s cultural ethos.
The years following independence, the paddy fields and vegetable plantations gave way to bungalows and apartments, of the rich and the famous which made Bandra the Beverly Hills of Mumbai. Despite the urbanisation,
there still exists another Bandra made of villages which reminds of the Bandor of yesteryears.
This tour pays homage to the East Indians community - their way of life, history and culture.
The years following independence, the paddy fields and vegetable plantations gave way to bungalows and apartments, of the rich and the famous which made Bandra the Beverly Hills of Mumbai. Despite the urbanisation,
there still exists another Bandra made of villages which reminds of the Bandor of yesteryears.
This tour pays homage to the East Indians community - their way of life, history and culture.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Guided tour w/o Transport
Without Transport
Pickup included
Without Transport
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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The experience offers several options, check yours above
- We do a tradition East Indian Puff
- Driver
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Hop-on hop-off tour
- Private transportation
- Additional cost for the services of a language guide (besides English)
- Gratuities
- Additional transport cost for pick up from suburban Mumbai hotels
Meeting point
At the entry gate of Bandra Fort outside Taj Lands Hotel.
Return details
Ranwar Village Square
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Bandra FortGet an insight into the brave stories of the Marathas and their influence during the colonial rule, as you explore the ruins of this old Portuguese fort.
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St. Andrew's ChurchVisit the oldest Jesuit church in Mumbai- the only one which has survived cyclones and invasions.
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Mount Mary BasilicaVisit the famous Mount Mary Church, revered by people of all religions, the Mount Mary Church sees millions of faithful’s from eclectic religious and cultural backgrounds.
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Walk past the beautiful community of Bandra and its Ranwar village which is home to some of the oldest homes in the city and rich with cultural heritage.
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Mehboob StudiosMehboob Studio from the outside.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Cultural & Heritage tour of the beautiful Bandra village
Mumbai, India
$109.61
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!