Hanging Gardens

The Hanging Gardens, officially known as Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens, are terraced gardens located atop Malabar Hill in Mumbai. Built in 1881 over the city's main water reservoir, they were designed to protect the water supply from contamination while providing public green space. The gardens feature animal-shaped topiary hedges, flower beds, and walking paths that spell out 'PMG' when viewed from above. They offer panoramic views of the Arabian Sea, Marine Drive, and the Mumbai skyline.

Visitors can explore terraced pathways lined with manicured hedges sculpted into animal shapes such as elephants and giraffes. The garden provides vantage points for viewing the Arabian Sea sunset and the Queen's Necklace curve of Marine Drive. Flower beds, fountains, and shaded benches are available throughout the site. The adjacent Kamala Nehru Park features the iconic Boot House structure. Visitors typically walk along the paved paths, take photographs, and enjoy the scenic vistas during morning or evening hours.

Designed and laid out in 1881 by Ulhas Ghatkopar over Bombay's main reservoir, the gardens were constructed to cover the water from potential contamination by the nearby Towers of Silence. Named after Sir Pherozeshah Mehta, a prominent Parsi barrister and social reformer known as the 'Lion of Bombay,' who made significant contributions to the city's development. The garden has served as a public recreational space for over 140 years.

The gardens serve as a historic urban green space and memorial to Pherozeshah Mehta, reflecting Mumbai's colonial-era civic planning and Parsi community contributions. The site is a popular destination for morning walkers, families, and tourists, representing the city's blend of heritage and public recreation. The adjacent Kamala Nehru Park and Boot House have become nostalgic landmarks for generations of Mumbaikars.