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Mumba Devi Temple
CultureVisit: ~30 min
Hindu temple dedicated to Mumba Devi, the protective goddess of the Koli fishing community, from whose name that of Mumbai derives. It stands in the Bhuleshwar district, next to Zaveri Bazaar, and the current building was moved to this site in the 18th century. It is one of the oldest and most popularly revered shrines in the city.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Mumba Devi Temple: 3 missions
- Stroll through Zaveri Bazaar on your way outLeave the temple and walk a few blocks of the Zaveri Bazaar jewellery market, right next door.
- Look at the entrance of the Mumba Devi TempleGo up to the temple entrance and watch the devotees arriving with flower offerings. Respect the site's rules on footwear and photography.
- Find out where the name Mumbai comes fromRemember that the city's name comes from the goddess Mumba Devi and note it down next to the temple, in the district where she has been worshipped for centuries.
Near Mumba Devi Temple
Jama Masjid Mosque252 m awayCrawford Market573 m awayMarine Drive994 m awayAzad Maidan1.1 km awayChor Bazaar1.2 km awayMunicipal Corporation Building, Mumbai1.2 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Mumba Devi Temple?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.
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