The iconic Muslim holy site and place of pilgrimage and a of of the most memorable attractions in Mumbai city, the tomb of a wealthy Gujarati Sufi merchant Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari who became a saint and a muslim who became part of India's secular identity when it was established. It is located at a distance of 500 metres from the coast of Worli, Mumbai in the middle of the Arabian Sea . The mosque and Dargah are set against the backdrop of the spectacular Indian Sea and are accessed by narrow road which leads from the suburbs of Worli and. At low tide the pathway for access to the sacred edifice is exposed.Major Attractions: Historic Sufi shrine, sea walkway, marble architecture, prayer hall, panoramic Arabian Sea viewsTop Activities: Spiritual visit, photography, sightseeing, sunset views, cultural explorationDuration: 1–2 HoursBest Time to Visit: October to MarchDuring the high tide of the sea, the entire area becomes a vast pool and the Muslim building thus appears to be floating in the sea. This mosque, Built in the 15th century, this white marble building complex has always been very popular as it's open for people all religions and professions. As an Islamic symbol for communal Harmony and secular ideology of India, thousands of pilgrims visit the beautiful place. The History of Haji Ali dargah goes back as far as the year of 1431. The Dargah is dedicated to a Persian man, Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari who left his homeland, money and all worldly possessions and became a preacher of Islam. According to legend, his coffin floated from Persia across the sea until it came to this very place where Dargah of Haji Ali was built. Haji Ali is among India's most revered Sufi pilgrim sites, and it symbolises the Indian values of peace, universalism and syncretism. The only walkway is constructed across a 500 metre causeway that connects to the mainland which is only approachable during high and low tide in Arabian sea, during high tide you don't need to pay any parking fee in Haji Ali dargah, but during low tide you require to pay Parking fees if have brought your personal. Visitors who walk along the bridge can see Mumbai from the water on and off. These sights are also famous among the photographers when sun rise and sun set creates a beautiful scenario. People flock into this place in large numbers from across regions for prayer and holy blessings on religious festivals as also throughout the week, and especially the Muslims on Friday, and Hindus and people of other religion on Thursday for blessings. Being a prominent city landmark, Haji Ali also makes an excellent spot for photography.
