Mumbai Mania

Situated on the banks of Malad creek, in western suburbs of Mumbai, is the Mindspace Municipal Garden. Mindspace was originally a garbage dumping ground, which was converted by K Raheja group into a hub for BPO and the KPO sector.

We were quite surprised seeing the map of the garden, its a huge area dedicated solely for recreational purpose. If you live in Mumbai, you would know exactly how it would feel to see such a huge garden. Before you enter the garden you will see the solar system with nine planets placed firmly on the ground, giving it a celestial feel.
There is a nominal entry fee of Rs 5 for adults and a lesser amount for children, which we don't remember since there was no child with us. On entering this massive garden you will see the Zodiac walk, which has pillars on either sides bearing information on zodiac signs. The park consists of different areas - like Old Folk's corner, play area for children, jogging track, zodiac walk, leisure walkway, star-gazing plaza etc. Since it was the weekend hordes of people thronged the park, and there was space for everyone to have a nice time.

Beautiful Palmeria (champa) flowers, lilies, hibiscus formed a major part of the landscape. We took a stroll around the park, observing the surrounding, and sat on a bench as the sun was setting in the horizon. We look around and what we see, a semi-circular rainbow in the sky, a wonderful sight, as its not everyday one gets to see a rainbow.
That wasn't the end of the visual treat for the day. The sunset was simply spectacular. Golden, yellowish streaks with a tinge of blue in the middle brought the sky to life, it looked as if it was photoshopped.
That was the highlight of the day, as we gazed for a long time at the scene unfurling before us. But the creek is obviously not clean, with piles of garbage stacked in the corner, and although the reflection of the sky on the water looks nice, its actually harboring several insects. We continued to walk around the place, checking out every corner, and entertained ourselves with a bit of green photography. The leaf looks illuminated with the light behind it. Drops of water settled on the leaf. Its a good place to hang out or come for a stroll or simply spend a quiet Sunday evening.

How to reach Mindspace Garden?

It is easily accessible from Andheri, Lokhandwala, Jogeshwari and Goregaon. Its on the back road of InOrbit mall, Link road.

By train, you cna get off at Goregaon (West) and Malad (West) and take a rickshaw to Mindspace. It will cost you around Rs 30 to Rs 40.