Gate of Mercy Synagogue, Mumbai

Name: Gate of Mercy Synagogue
Address: Mumbai, India

#101 among attractions in Mumbai

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The Gate of Mercy Synagogue, Hebrew: שער הרחמים) (also known as Shaar Harahamim and Juni Masjid is the oldest synagogue in Mumbai, India. The synagogue was built in 1796 by Samaji Hasaji Divekar, a Bene Israeli, near CSMT in South Mumbai. The synagogue was later rebuilt and moved to the present location at Mandvi in 1860. In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the area was inhabited by a small but thriving Jewish community. ()

Completed: 1796 (228 years ago)Capacity: 300Coordinates: 18°57'9"N, 72°50'10"E

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KalbadeviMumbai India

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Gate of Mercy Synagogue – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Crawford Market, Bhendi Bazaar, Metro INOX Cinemas, Raudat Tahera.

~1970 ftS
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Crawford Market, Mumbai
10 min walk • Crawford Market, nestled in the bustling heart of Mumbai, India, is an emblem of the city's vibrant and diverse culture. Officially known as Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai, this historic market is a melting pot of sights, sounds, and aromas, attracting both locals...
0.5 miNW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Bhendi Bazaar, Mumbai
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mumbai, Bhendi Bazaar is a bustling market that captures the essence of the city's vibrant and diverse culture. Known for its historic lanes and a wide array of goods, this marketplace is a hub for locals and tourists seeking a traditional...
0.8 miSW
Cinema, Nightlife
Metro INOX Cinemas, Mumbai
21 min walk • Metro INOX Cinemas, located in the bustling city of Mumbai, India, is a premier destination for movie enthusiasts seeking a luxurious cinematic experience. Nestled in the heart of the city, this iconic cinema has been a staple of Mumbai's entertainment landscape for...
0.6 miNW
Memorial, Mosque, Temple
Raudat Tahera, Mumbai
15 min walk • Raudat Tahera, nestled in the bustling heart of Mumbai, India, is a monument of profound spiritual significance and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. This white marble mausoleum serves as the final resting place for two revered figures in the Dawoodi Bohra...
0.9 miS
Cinema, Nightlife
Capitol Cinema, Mumbai
24 min walk • Capitol Cinema is one of the Mumbai's oldest theatres. Located just opposite Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, it was built by Kunvarji Paghtivala. It is a Heritage grade II Victorian structure constructed in 1879.
0.9 miS
18°56'23"N • 72°50'7"E
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai
23 min walk • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, is a historic terminal train station and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
0.9 miSW
Cemetery
Bada Qabrastan Mumbai, Mumbai
23 min walk • Bada Kabarastan, also written as "Bara Qabristan", is a Muslim cemetery in the Marine Lines area of south Mumbai in India. One of the largest Muslim cemeteries in the country, it is also the final resting place of a number of icons from the Indian film industry.
0.8 miNW
Shopping, Market
Chor Bazaar, Mumbai
21 min walk • Chor Bazaar is one of the largest flea markets in India, located at Mutton street, near Bhendi Bazaar in Grant Road, South Mumbai. The area is one of the tourist attractions of Mumbai. The word "chor" means 'thief' in Marathi and Hindi.
~1800 ftSW
Mosque
Jumma Masjid, Mumbai
9 min walk • The Jama Masjid is a mosque in the Kalbadevi neighborhood, near Crawford Market in the South Mumbai region of Mumbai, India. The Muslim community of Bombay possesses 89 mosques, of which 8 belong to the Bohras, 2 to the Khojas, one to the Mughals and the remainder to the Sunni Muslims.
0.4 miSW
Temple for the city's patron goddess
Mumba Devi Temple, Mumbai
11 min walk • Mumba Devi Mandir is an old temple in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India dedicated to the goddess Mumbā, the local incarnation of the Devi. The Marathi मुंबा derives from Sanskrit. Mumba Devi is the goddess of the city of Mumbai. The name Mumbai is derived from Mumba Devi.
0.9 miE
Neighbourhood
Ferry Wharf, Mumbai
23 min walk • Bhaucha Dhakka is a wharf along the Thane Creek, along the coast of Dockyard Road on the Eastern seafront of Mumbai, the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra. The wharf serves as the port for numerous fishermen who bring in their daily catch. Ferry services link up JNPT, Uran to the east, and Rewas and Mandwa to the south.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gate of Mercy Synagogue?

Nearby attractions include Pydhonie, Mumbai (3 min walk), Kalbadevi, Mumbai (5 min walk), Ballard Estate, Mumbai (8 min walk), Jumma Masjid, Mumbai (9 min walk).

How to get to Gate of Mercy Synagogue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gate of Mercy Synagogue:

Train

Masjid (4 min walk)
Sandhurst Road (16 min walk)

Bus

CSMT Bus Station (24 min walk)
Bhaucha Dhakka / Ferry Wharf (24 min walk)