Mazagaon, also spelled Mazgaon and Mazagon (Portuguese era Mazagão
Location
Mazgaon is a historic neighborhood in South Mumbai, bordered by
Byculla to the west, Reay Road and
Ghodapdeo to the northeast, and Dockyard Road to the east. It falls under the 'E' Ward within the municipal limits of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)
Landmarks and Heritage
Aga Khan's Maqbara
This mausoleum, also called Hasanabad Dargah, is the resting place of Aga Khan I. Built between 1881 and 1884, its architecture is inspired by the Taj Mahal and is maintained by the local Khoja Muslim community. It is often called "Mumbai’s Taj Mahal"
Gloria Church
Originally built in 1632 by Portuguese Franciscans at the foot of Mazagaon Hill, this historic church was rebuilt in 1913 in the English Gothic Revival style at Byculla. It has been featured in films like Amar Akbar Anthony(1977).
Joseph Baptista Gardens (Mazagaon Garden)
A hilltop 1.5‑acre public garden built over a reservoir between 1880–84. Offers scenic views of the harbour; formerly site of
Mazgaon Fort. Named after freedom fighter Joseph Baptista. The park is frequented by neighborhood residents.
Matharpacady Village
A preserved ‘village’ of East Indian Catholic houses featuring Portuguese-era architecture and quiet lanes. Once spread over a large area west of the Mazagaon dockyards, Matharpacady has shrunk considerably in size.
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- Notes
- Sources
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Matharpacady Village Website
See also
