Gilbert Hill
A 66-million-year-old, 200-foot-tall monolith of black basalt rock in Mumbai, offering stellar city views.

πŸ“œ 66-million-year-old monolith column of black basalt rock, declared a national monument in 1952, a Grade II heritage structure in 2007. πŸ” Similar to Devil's Tower National Monument, home to two Hindu temples.

Why Go

🌊 Unique geological formation πŸ“Έ Panoramic city views from the top πŸ™ Visit two ornate Hindu temples at the top 🚢 Relatively easy climb via a staircase carved into the rock

Why Avoid

⚠️ Area around base can be crowded 🚧 Has faced severe erosion problems πŸ’€ Not a major tourist attraction, might feel quiet

Tips

πŸ…ΏοΈ Easily accessible by local transport.
🚢 About a 1.5km walk west from Andheri station πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Good for a morning walk

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