Walkeshwar
Temple or the Lord of the Sand temple is one of the oldest heritage sites
in Mumbai. Situated on Malabar Hill, the original Walkeshhwar Temple was
built by the Silaharas around 1050 years ago. According to Ramayana, Rama
rested here on his way to rescue Sita in Lanka and constructed a lingam
of sand at the site. The original Walkeshwar Temple was destroyed by the
Portuguese and the sand lingam is said to have jumped into the sea to
avoid desecration.
The temple was rebuilt by Rama Kamath in 1715, though the current
temple dates only 1950's. The shrine is the focus of much religious
activity during Diwali, which celebrates Rama's homecoming. The Banganga
tank, attached to the temple, is one of the oldest structures in Mumbai.
Address:
Banganaga Road, Malabar Hill, Walkeshwar, Mumbai- 400026
Walkeshwar
Temple or the Lord of the Sand temple is one of the oldest heritage sites
in Mumbai. Situated on Malabar Hill, the original Walkeshhwar Temple was
built by the Silaharas around 1050 years ago. According to Ramayana, Rama
rested here on his way to rescue Sita in Lanka and constructed a lingam
of sand at the site. The original Walkeshwar Temple was destroyed by the
Portuguese and the sand lingam is said to have jumped into the sea to
avoid desecration.
