7. Meditate at the Global Vipassana Pagoda
Discover Mumbai’s peaceful, quiet side at the Global Vipassana Pagoda. Inspired by Myanmar’s Shwedagon Pagoda, the colossal 96-meter-high stupa is covered in real gold that gleams in the sun. The hollow pagoda features a massive hall with room for 8,000 people to meditate in tranquility together.
Not sure how to meditate? Take one of the free 10-minute-long Anapana meditation courses offered at the pagoda continuously throughout the day. There’s also an extensive vegetarian food court on-site with some downright delicious dosas.
8. Check Out the Shree Siddhivinayak Temple
Many Hindus have their favorites of the religion’s 33 million gods. Devotees who favor Ganesha (the potbellied deity with the elephant head who is known as the «remover of obstacles») make pilgrimages to the Shree Siddhivinayak Temple.
Slip off your shoes and head in to see the idol of the deity, draped with marigold garlands and offerings, with hundreds of other visitors eager for a glimpse (and perhaps a granted wish). It’s a cultural experience like none other. And if you’re interested in other sacred places dedicated to Ganesha, check out the Vazira Naka Ganpati temple and the Garodia Nagar Ganpati temple.
