When i went to India last year, i visited the Haji Ali Mosque as i was sightseeing in Bombay. It i slocated in the Arabian sea so therefore can only be visited when the tide is low. It is quite a long walk upto the actual mosque as everyone is briefly searched before entering. There are many stalls on the path which sell flower wreaths that can be placed on the tomb, jewellery and souvenirs. These can all be bought along with refreshments for very cheap prices. When i first entered the mosque i put a scarf over my head as a sign of respect. There is a separate part for girls and boys and men can make their prayers. This is thought to be a sign of huge respect and is considered very holy. I also made a short prayer in my head as it is said that whatever you wish for whilst inside the mosque will come true. The atmosphere is unusual as it is quiet yet still you can feel a certain vibe of the culture there. The tomb is said to be of Haji Ali, hence the name of the mosque.
The one thing i hated about it was that there were so mnay beggars sitting on the sides of the path. Many of them were old people. Others had their children out so people would sympathise with them and give them money. This actually made me cry as there were babies and toddlers crying because they had no food.
It is one of them places where you can only appreciate its real beauty if you visit it. If you ever go to Bombay, make sure you visit this mosque because it really opens your eyes and makes you appreciate what you have and how lucky you are compared to some people.
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