Cedric Noronha

A one of its kind museum located inside the Films Division complex in Cumballa Hill. It is India's first cinema museum. Inaugurated in 2019, this museum is under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India. It is housed in two buildings, the heritage Gulshan Mahal and the New Museum Building. This museum showcases history of Indian cinema through recordings, memorabilia, cameras, equipment etc. It is visited by locals and foreign tourists. The entrance fees are Rs. 75 per Indian adult, Rs. 40 per Indian child, Rs. 500 per foreign adult and Rs. 250 per foreign child. This museum is open from 11 am to 6 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. It is closed on Mondays and Public Holidays. Photography is allowed. Videography is not allowed. Had roamed inside the both the buildings and got a glimpse of the history & modernization of Indian Cinema. This museum is an ideal place for families, children as well as film enthusiasts. It is a must visit and should not be missed.

A famous art gallery located in Fort. It is visited by locals and foreign tourists. Established in 1952, this art gallery is managed by the Committee of Management and was founded by Sir Cowasji Jehangir. It presents exhibitions, conducts regular lectures, workshops and discussions on various forms of art. This art gallery has 4 exhibition halls. It is well maintained and entry is free. This art gallery is open from 11 am to 7 pm everyday. Photography is allowed is some places and not allowed in other places. Inside the gallery is a bust of Sir Cowasji Jehangir. Outside the gallery, there are paintings on the pavement displayed for sale. Had roamed inside the entire gallery and admired the beautiful paintings & photographs created by various artists. However, it was crowded during the Kala Ghoda festival. This art gallery is an ideal place for families, school children as well as art lovers. It is a must visit and should not be missed.

A magnificent art gallery located inside the Sir Cowasji Jehangir Public Hall in Fort. Established in 1996, this art gallery is administered by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. It presents various exhibitions and collections of modern art. This art gallery has 5 spacious floors. It is visited by locals and foreign tourists. This art gallery is one of the most spacious art galleries in Mumbai. For security reasons, one has to keep baggage in the locker before entering inside. the entrance fees are Rs. 20 per Indian and Rs. 500 per foreigner. This art gallery is open from 11 am to 6 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. It is closed on Mondays and Public Holidays. Photography is allowed is some places and not allowed in other places. Outside the gallery is a marble bust of Sir Cowasji Jehangir. Had roamed inside the entire gallery and admired the beautiful contemporary handmade textiles. This art gallery is an ideal place for families, school children as well as art lovers. It is a must visit and should not be missed.

An ancient rock cut caves located on a hillock   in Andheri. These caves are one of the oldest in Mumbai and is under the ASI. Earlier known as Kondivita Caves, these caves are visited by Indian and foreign tourists. There are 19 rock cut caves carved out of a solid basalt rock. There is a small garden in front of the caves. One can get views of the surrounding area on top of the hill. Earlier, there was no entrance fee. Now, the entrance fees are Rs. 20 per Indian and Rs. 300 per foreigner. One has to fill the form and pay the fees online upfront. These caves are open from 9 am to 5 pm everyday. There are mobile toilets and small wash basin installed in the vicinity. Had visited these caves, admired the rock cut sculptures and saw the water cisterns cover with leaves on top of the hill. These caves are an ideal place for families as well as history lovers. It is a must visit and should not be missed.

A historic Roman Catholic Church located on Hill Road in Bandra. It is one of the oldest churches in Mumbai. This church was built by the Portuguese Jesuits in 1575 and dedicated to St. Andrew. The interior of the church is simple having wooden pews, gold guided altar, side altars, windows, pulpit etc. The main altar had a barrel vaulted ceiling. There are tombstones inside and outside the church. The church had a Portuguese styled facade with belfry towers on either side. It was extended in 1966. This church was awarded with the Urban Heritage Award in 2002. Outside the church is a statue of Christ the King and a cross stand. Had attended a funeral mass service in this church as a college student. This church is an ideal place of worship for Catholics as well as people of other faith.