A sacred bathing tank surrounded by Hindu temples in the Walkeshwar neighbourhood on Malabar Hill. The tank has been here since at least the 12th century and is one of the most tranquil spots in Mumbai — an extraordinary contrast to the density of the city immediately around it. The ghats (stone steps) descend into the water, and the tank is used daily for ritual bathing.
The temples around the tank range from ancient to modern, creating a dense cluster of shrines, devotional activity, and the smell of incense and marigolds. Take an auto-rickshaw from Haji Ali to reach Walkeshwar. The area is not on most tourist itineraries, which makes visiting it all the more worthwhile.