Khar Danda
Maharashtra · India
See and smell fish laid out to dry for preservation.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation2:56
Welcome to Khar Danda Koliwada, one of the most historic and captivating fishing villages tucked away on Salsette Island in Mumbai. Situated on the northwestern coast of the Bandra suburb, this coastal settlement offers a rare…
Listen in the app2Danda Seaface Promenade and Jogger's Park Coast3:36
The first destination on our audio walking tour is the scenic Danda Seaface Promenade, stretching along the coastal fringe of Khar Danda Koliwada. Also referred to as the Danda Coastal Road, this pathway was thoughtfully designed…
Listen in the app3Hindu Shamshan Coastal Edge3:35
Continuing along the shoreline, we arrive at the coastal edge adjacent to the Hindu Shamshan, or traditional cremation ground. This sacred space holds profound spiritual meaning for the Koli community, serving as a site where…
Listen in the app4Chium Village Coastal Wetland3:33
Our walking route brings us next to the coastal area known as the Chium Village Wetland. In ancient times, the surrounding settlement of Chium Village, which is historically linked with Chimbai, consisted of low lying rocky…
Listen in the app5Khar Danda Dock and Fishing Jetty3:16
We now stand at the bustling heart of the village, the Khar Danda Dock and Fishing Jetty. Built from sturdy stone and timber, this jetty comes alive every afternoon as brightly painted Koli fishing trawlers return from their…
Listen in the app6Temple of Goddess Harbai Mauli2:27
As we shift our focus from the busy jetty toward the rocky intertidal zone, we encounter the spiritual heart of Khar Danda's maritime community. When the tide recedes, revealing a path across the treacherous coastal rocks,…
Listen in the app7Varin Pada Havli and Gaothan Culture3:13
Leaving the waterfront, we step into the narrow, peaceful lanes of the village to explore the unique architecture, vibrant festival heritage, and rich culinary traditions of the Koli gaothans. As the population expanded over…
Listen in the app8Closing2:15
As our audio tour of Khar Danda Koliwada comes to a gentle conclusion, we hope this journey has left you with a profound appreciation for Mumbai's original indigenous inhabitants. Amidst the relentless pace of urban expansion…
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What is Khar Danda?
Khar Danda is a place in Maharashtra · India with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Maharashtra · India |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 24 min 51 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 19.0760, 72.8247 |
| Last updated |
