1. Hanging Gardens, also known as Ferozeshah Mehta Gardens, is a popular tourist attraction located in Malabar Hill, Mumbai. It is known for its beautiful terraced gardens that offer a panoramic view of the Arabian Sea and the city skyline. The gardens were built in the early 1880s and named after the renowned barrister and politician, Ferozeshah Mehta.
The main attraction of the Hanging Gardens is its numerous hedges carved into animal shapes like elephants, giraffes, and camels. These beautifully manicured gardens also feature colorful flowers, lush greenery, and several seating areas where visitors can relax and enjoy the view. One of the highlights of the gardens is the \"Old Woman’s Shoe,\" a shoe-shaped structure that children can climb and play in.
2. The Hanging Gardens are open to the public from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm every day. Although there is no official phone number available specifically for the gardens, visitors can contact the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) helpline at 1916 for any inquiries or assistance.
3. Entry to the Hanging Gardens is free of charge, and no tickets are required. The gardens are easily accessible by public transportation. Visitors can take a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or local bus to reach Malabar Hill. The nearest train station is Charni Road, which is approximately 2.5 kilometers away. From the entrance of the gardens, there is a short walk uphill to reach the terraced gardens.