This post is a continuation of my travel series “Beauties of Mumbai & Ahmedabad”.
I hope you’ve read my previous posts of this travel series, if not please find the links at the end of the post.
I came to know about Haji-Ali-Dargah from a friend of mine and wanted to visit that place since then, so naturally once that we covered chowpatty beach (which was covered in my previous post) our next stop was dargah.
We reached there by 7:30Am. Haji-Ali-Dargah is located on the islet off the coast of worli, which comes under the southern part of Mumbai. It is one of the most famous and recognizable landmarks of the city. Its structure is a perfect example of Indo-Islamic architecture. It is connected to the city through a causeway which is nearly a kilometer. Dargah contains the tomb of Sayed Peer Haji Ali Shah Bukhari, a wealthy Muslim merchant who gave up all his possessions before his pilgrimage to Mecca. I won’t bore you with the geographical details; guess I covered the basic info.
Beautiful view of Haji-Ali-Dargah; as it was lit by the golden rays of sun!
I loved the view of it right from the start before we even started walking towards it. The beautiful backdrop of the sea and sky behind the dargah was spectacular. I felt, it would be even more beautiful with sunset as back drop, my wish was not fulfilled in this trip but I have plans of another visit in future.
We were lucky that the causeway was not submerged by the tides at the time of our visit hence we enjoyed the walk to the dargah. By now the sun was high up in the sky and looked like it was tearing down the sky scrapers to hold its spot.
My Love for silhouette photographs never seems to fade!
View of the City from the causeway leading to dargah…
As we walked along I took the quick snaps of my surrounding which caught my eye.
What do I say about this click…It just caught my eye! May be Two crows having a serious discussion on their plan for the day?!?!
This old man here was cleaning the weighing scale when I clicked his picture. Instead of begging like many old age persons over there (Who were sitting opposite to him), he chose to earn a living by doing some kind of work. That intrigued me and I wanted to preserve this memory!
We made our way into dargah and explored for a while; suddenly we a man singing gazals in the premiss of dargah. He was completely immersed in his singing and emotions were resonating in his voice. It was almost like his voice was finding its own way to reach almighty. As he sang the place seemed suddenly very peaceful than before and drove everyone’s attention towards him.
Impressed by his vocals we offered him money as gracious gift and moved ahead.
Our next stop was Gateway of India, which I will be covering in my next post soon enough..!
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Trivial Adventure #SiblingDiaries Part1 #KheerWrites
Peaceful Morning #SiblingDiaries Part2 #KheerWrites
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I think twilight is an amazing time for photography. 🙂 Your photos seem to be proof of that too. I come here, scroll through the photos, and only then look at the words!
Thats a wonderful compliment i got today vinay, feeling overwhelmed by ur kind words. Indeed it is the perfect time for photography when there is soft light instead of harsh mid day light. Thanks a lot for stopping by 🙂
Ah. I’m not aware of technical terms 😉 Just love the colors. 😛
Thanks a lot again 🙂 😀
Really lovely captures of my city. Mumbai is really fascinating and you seem to have captured its spirit very well
Indeed! I love this city now, planning for another visit. Pay a visit. Thanks a lot for stopping by 🙂
Beautiful golden pictures. Lovely captures!
I am glad u liked them! Thanks a lot for stopping by 🙂
You have captured the essence of my wonderful city through your lens.
Credit goes to the wonderful city! Thanks a lot for stopping by 🙂
I have some very find memories of Haji Ali. This place is really close to my. I was eagerly waiting for your post and must say that I am not disappointed.
I am humbled Anupriya with your lovely comments 🙂 Thanks for stopping by 😀
Lovely pics Keerthi and your post covers Haji Ali so well. I lived in Bombay for so many years but don’t have any memory of visiting this place, maybe I did as a child. I need to go back .
It was beautiful Aks. Do visit when u are in mumbai. Thanks for the lovely comment 🙂
Amazing post.
Thank you Masoon 🙂
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This is so beautiful! I haven’t been to Mumbai even though I had been living in Pune for a couple of years. Have missed out on a lot I guess. 🙂
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Its a wonderful place. Do try to visit marine drive, chowpatty beach and haji-ali-dargah at early hours. You will love the views. Thanks for dropping by 🙂
A nice post. Was interesting to read. The pictures are just too good!
Thanks a lot sreedeep 🙂
I have been meaning to visit this dargah too since ages but havent been able to so far. Thanks for sharing this – I feel as I have also walked in there for your narrative was just superb Keerthi
Aww! means a lot shalz. Thanks for this motivating and kind view. Thanks a lot again 🙂 Hugs!
You are killing it with this series. And especially Mumbai + beautiful captures. Keep this going 🙂
Thanks a lot Ashwini. This appreciation Means a lot to me 🙂
Nicely curated your trip to Haji Ali. I’m keen now on reading your next posts on your Mumbai trip. Your post is taking me down the memory lane of my visit to Mumbai in 2016. The pictures are splendid.
Thanks a lot Shamik. I am glad that it brought back few memories. 🙂
Keerthi, the lucid narrative coupled with the tastefully clicked snaps, made this read a refreshingly light and I could walk down the causeway with you!
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Hi Keerthi! What magnificient photos and article!Your post is so mesmerizing. Am tempted to go there right now to witness the beauty firsthand. 🙂 Keep clicking, traveling and writing! Love and Cheers!
I am humbled! Thanks a lot for stopping by and showering ur appreciation, it means a lot to me 🙂
I am glad you like it Anagha! Thanks a lot for stopping by and showing your appreciation 🙂
Must say, the clicks are brilliant with the element of human touch to it. The Haji Ali Dargah is indeed a one of a kind with the sea around it. though I have never entered it, its sheer charm from outside is worth a sight.
It was very peaceful out there. Thank you Ramya for appreciating, it means a lot to me 🙂
I have heard quite a lot about Hazi Ali…as a great place for photography. I hardly visit Mumbai so making do with your pictures!
Thank you for appreciating and stopping by! 🙂
you are welcome, Keerthi 🙂
All the photos are beautiful. I wish your Mumbai trip could have continued more. Reminded me of all my happy memories of the place.
Yeah I wish! Gonna plan it again sometime soon 🙂