Road To Malabar Hill From Back Bay Bombay, 1890 Photo
An 1890 photo shows the road to Malabar Hill from Back Bay in Bombay (Mumbai). This road was believed to be the only road to Malabar Hill at the time. It also led to Walkeshwar. In the background is the view of the Back Bay, with some fishing boats anchored near the shore.
The curved coastline is dotted with some buildings, which later metamorphosed into a concrete jungle, transforming the landscape beyond recognition. The coastline would later be developed into the now-famous Marine Drive and promenade. Another famous landmark, the Art Deco buildings, would be located on the eastern side of Marine Drive. With Chowpatty Beach and Girgaon on the northern end, and Nariman Point on the southern end.
Also read Malabar Hill: How a jungle turned into a posh address.
Did you know – the Hanging Gardens of Malabar Hill in Mumbai are famous for the water reservoir that lies beneath. The massive reservoir was built in the 1800s due to a shortage of drinking water.
Past posts – 1964 M. Suriyamoorthy Charcoal Art Abstract (#16)., Robert Bristow’s Cochin Harbour, 3 Photo PCs 1947., View Of Bombay Fort & Harbour – Old Print 1840., Temple Arts of Kerala, Old Book 1982.
