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About Mount Mary Church :

For over a hundred years situated atop a hillock near Lands End Bandra, overlooking the Arabian Sea is Mount Mary’s Basilica a beautiful edifice in stone that simply stands out in its grandeur, an abode of tranquility, peace, reassurance and hope! Mount Mary's, affectionately beckons one and all. No invitations are required to spend time with our Blessed Mother. Once inside this beautiful church even a single glance at Mary with the child Jesus is a feast for the eye, both natural and that of faith. Thanking God or simply paying homage with the simplest or rarest of gifts, Mount Mary’s provides ample scope. For those who are in need of divine grace, to all of you who are troubled with the problems of daily life, come and worship at the Shrine of Mary. She is the Mother of all mankind. She will grant you solace, understanding and Hope. Mother Mary leaves no one unaided.

History of Mount Mary Church

Mount Mary Church is a Roman Catholic Church, also known by the name of ‘The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount’. It is located in the Bandra suburb of Mumbai and dates back to the year 1640. One of the most popular churches of Bombay, it is visited by people of all religions. Perched on top of a hillock, Mt Mary Church stands at an altitude of approximately 80 m above sea level and overlooks the Arabian Sea. The church is believed to have miraculous healing powers and is thronged by devotees throughout the year. It is said that those who pray here honestly and faithfully get their wishes fulfilled. Though the church was built in the 17th century, its present structure is not more than 100 years old. Situated amidst picturesque surroundings, Mount Mary Church is also famous for providing amazing view of the sunset over the Arabian Sea. The statue of ‘Our Lady’ situated inside the church dates back to the 16th century.The Mount Mary church is situated on the peaceful hillock in Sunderban Bandra. It was built in 1640 and rebuilt again in 1761. This very beautiful church is situated in a tranquil setting where one can see both the setting sun and the Arabian Sea. The church is dedicated to Virgin Mary, who is also believed to fulfill the wishes of both the Christians and non-Christians who pray with full devotion and sincerity. People suffering from fatal diseases are known to offer wax figures corresponding to their ailment, like the figure of hands, feet etc. Though the church is crowded throughout the year, the highest number of devotes are known to attend the church during the week-long Bandra fair, where Mount Mary church in Mumbai looks even more spectacular due to the decorations and the assembly of people from all walks of life.

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