The dismantling of the monument, built in the early 20th century by Parsi philanthropists, had created a furore in the Parsi-Zoroastrian community which uses the site for religious rituals associated with water. Redressing worries about the delay in restoring the ‘Parsi Gate’ on Marine Drive which was dismantled for the Mumbai Coastal Road project, the… Continue reading BMC Begins Work On Restoration Of Marine Drive’s ‘Parsi Gate’
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Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians
Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians A year short of turning 300, the Bhikha Behram Well in the heart of Churchgate is not only sacred to Parsis but is a city institution. Here’s an insight into the wells history and recent restoration by AD100 architect Kirtida… Continue reading Why Mumbai’s 300-year-old Bhikha Behram Well is more than just a sacred site for Zoroastrians
Fat deposit, low rent: Wealthy Parsis are moving into historic baugs
Bai Jerbai Wadia funded 1500 flats in iconic Parsi Baugs. Wealthy Parsis pay high security deposits for residences. The auctioning process has faced criticism for favoring the affluent over the needy in the community. Article by Nauzer K Bharucha / Mumbai Mirror Cusrow Baug in Colaba is among five Baugs built on over 35 acres… Continue reading Fat deposit, low rent: Wealthy Parsis are moving into historic baugs
Rattan Kunj–Talati Bungalow: One of last century-old seafront Seven Bungalows faces demolition
Natasha Patel writes…. Throughout my life, I have spent countless man-hours explaining my building’s name to people – Talati Terrace. In a pool of new age, greek-god inspired Bombay building names and old school ones like Laxmi Niwas, Talati Terrace has always stood out like a sore thumb, an oddity—like most old Parsi things! So… Continue reading Rattan Kunj–Talati Bungalow: One of last century-old seafront Seven Bungalows faces demolition
Mumbai’s iconic Parsi eatery Sassanian turns 111, continues to offer value-for-money experience
As the Dhobi Talao-based Parsi food joint Sassanian Boulangerie completes 111 years, we look at the years gone by and how they managed to remain afloat. Article by Heena Khandelwal | Indian Express With its 111-year-old charm, it promises a timeless and budget-friendly dining experience. (Express Photo) Time seemed to pause as we entered Dhobi… Continue reading Mumbai’s iconic Parsi eatery Sassanian turns 111, continues to offer value-for-money experience
Churchgate’s Bhikha Behram Well Gears Up For 300th Birthday With Revamp Plans
Among the plans are a project to do up the compound, a small museum, a photo gallery, an arch, and a new drinking water fountain for the public who may want to drink the spring water from the well. Article by Manoj Ramakrishnan | Free Press Journal As one of Mumbai’s oldest landmarks, the Bhikha… Continue reading Churchgate’s Bhikha Behram Well Gears Up For 300th Birthday With Revamp Plans
Mumbai Samachar, since 1822: Know about India’s oldest continuously published newspaper
Mumbai Samachar had its humble origins in the form of a handwritten weekly publication. Article by Khushboo Ali | Knocksense Mumbai Samachar stands as India’s enduring beacon of information. Embarking on an extraordinary journey that spans over two centuries, this venerable newspaper is not just a historical artefact; it’s a living testament to resilience, adaptability,… Continue reading Mumbai Samachar, since 1822: Know about India’s oldest continuously published newspaper
Conservation & Restoration of Large Pavilion at Bombay Doongerwadi
Conservation & Restoration at Doongerwadi Large Pavilion Renovated in Honor of Roda & Noshir Pardiwala The Conservation and Restoration of the Large Pavilion, officially known as the Jamshetji Rustumjee Sethna Mandap, constructed in 1938 has been undertaken by siblings Cyrus, Dinshaw and Rashneh Pardiwala in honor of their parents Roda and Noshir Pardiwala, who taught… Continue reading Conservation & Restoration of Large Pavilion at Bombay Doongerwadi
Mumbai’s Parsi Gate To Be Restored At 75m From Original Location
Here’s Why It Is So Sacred For Parsis If you’ve been to Marine Drive before it was arrested by the development of the Mumbai Coastal Road Project, you must have noticed two brown pillars standing there. This structure is the Parsi Gate which was one of the casualties of the MCRP. The BMC will soon… Continue reading Mumbai’s Parsi Gate To Be Restored At 75m From Original Location
