Hanging Gardens in the city of Maharashtra is a very popular tourists’ destination. If you are visiting Mumbai, get one of the affordable hotels in Navi Mumbai and plan your visit to it. Here are 4 things you must know about the garden:
1. Location
Hanging Garden is located on the top of the western side of the Malabar Hills just opposite Kamala Nehru Park. It is a perfect place to view the sunset over the Arabian Sea.
2. History
The garden was designed by Ulhas Ghapokar and built in 1881 primarily to protect the water reservoir from getting polluted. The garden is also known as Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens as a tribute to the “Lion of Bombay” Pherozeshah Mehta an influential Parsi political leader and lawyer.
3. Key attractions
The garden offers various attractions for everyday visitors. The whole garden is marked by lush greenery with various hedges carved into the shapes of animals. Water fountain shows are held during the evening time. You can get a bird’s view of the famous Marine Drive and Chowpatty. There also exists a small playground for children having simple rides like swing, slide and see-saw.
4. Best time to visit
The garden remains open on every day of the week from 5 am to 9 pm. But during the scorching summer months, it's better to avoid going to the garden since it doesn’t have big trees to provide shade.
The best time to visit is during the winter season when you will also get budget hotels in Airoli area in Mumbai. Hanging Gardens is a beautiful place to spend some lovely time with family and friends alike and enjoy the ambience of the garden.
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