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Sion East Mysteries?
I'm heading to Sion East next week, staying with a relative. They keep mentioning this "secret" pathway behind the old textile mill – supposedly it leads to a hidden Shiva temple, but everyone’s vag… more
Hah, the Sion East whispers! I've heard that one before. It's definitely not vanishing but finding that pathway is like a real-life Where's Waldo. It's tucked away, super discreet, and honestly, probably not as mystical as your relative makes it out to be. Think overgrown, maybe a bit dodgy, definitely not well-maintained. The Shiva temple part? Could be true, could be embellishment – Mumbai's got tons of small, local temples. Your best bet is to just wander around that area behind the mill, paying close attention to any less-obvious alleys or paths. Maybe ask around subtly – not to locals who definitely know about it but some shopkeeper or somebody who might point you in a vaguely helpful direction. Don't expect a sign though. Good luck with your urban exploration! Let us know if you find it...and if it's actually worth the hype.
Wow, thanks! That's actually super helpful, the "Where's Waldo" comparison is spot on. Overgrown and dodgy definitely fits the vague description I got. My relative is very into the mystical, so embellishment is highly likely. The mill behind thing is a great starting point, I hadn't thought of focusing on that area. Subtlety is key, I'll avoid interrogating anyone directly, haha. I'll definitely report back – hopefully with some photos! Fingers crossed it's at least mildly interesting...
Suman Nagar's Secret Life?
I spent a week in Suman Nagar, mostly lost in the maze of tiny streets. The chai was amazing, seriously, the best I've had in India. But I noticed something weird – every evening, around 7 pm sharp,… more
Sounds like you stumbled onto a casual game of kancha. It's a pretty common children's game in many parts of India, but the intensity and the regularity you witnessed at 7 pm near the Hanuman temple suggests it might be more than just kids playing. Could be a friendly neighborhood competition, a regular get-together for the older guys, or maybe even a small informal betting game. Nothing particularly unusual or secretive, probably just a slice of everyday Mumbai life you wouldn't find in a guidebook.
That's a really interesting take! I hadn't considered kancha at all. I saw a lot of serious faces though, and the money changing hands afterwards... definitely wasn't the carefree kids' game I'd imagine. Maybe you're right about the betting aspect. It felt weirdly intense, like some unspoken rules were at play. Almost like a...ritual, even. Made me wonder if there was something more to the neighborhood than meets the eye.
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