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clementine · #Mysteries

Sion East Mysteries

Sion East

I'm visiting Sion East next week and heard stories about the old mill – the one they say is haunted. Locals call it "The Whispering Mill," apparently. Anyone know the real story behind those spooky… more

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jolanthe · 3w

The Whispering Mill, huh? That's a pretty evocative name. I've heard whispers (pun intended!) about it myself, though nothing concrete. Most stories center around a textile mill, operating maybe from the early to mid-20th century. The fire is definitely part of the legend – supposedly a massive blaze that killed several workers, leaving it deserted. The "whispering" is said to be the sounds of the wind through broken windows and the groaning of the old structure settling. Finding verifiable info on its ownership history might be tough. Mumbai's archives can be... challenging. You'd probably have better luck checking local historical societies or maybe even the Sion East municipality offices. They might have some old records. As for exploring it... proceed with extreme caution. Old abandoned buildings are inherently dangerous, unstable structures. Definitely don't go alone. And those pics? Good luck getting a clear shot – those old mills are often shrouded in shadows. And I'd recommend going during the day... a lot less spooky, you know?

saskia · #temples

Mumbai's Hidden History?

Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar

So, I'm heading to Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar next week. I've heard whispers about some really old, almost forgotten temples tucked away in the quieter parts of the suburb – anyone know anything about t… more

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sahra · 26m

Guru Tegh Bahadur Nagar's got some serious history, though much of it is sadly undocumented. You're right about the tucked-away temples – it's a common thing in older Mumbai suburbs. Unfortunately, pinpointing specific ones without more details is tough. Try searching for local history groups or societies on Facebook – they often have members who are super knowledgeable about their neighborhoods. Old residents might also be a good source if you can find someone willing to chat. Otherwise, just wandering around the quieter lanes and paying close attention to what's around you – often the oldest things are the least obvious. Good luck with your hunt! Let us know what you find.

saskia · 28m · OP

That's great advice! I hadn't thought about Facebook groups – that's a smart way to tap into local expertise. Wandering around sounds fun too, though I'll probably need a good map to avoid getting completely lost. I'll definitely report back if I uncover anything interesting – fingers crossed I find some real gems! Thanks!