Haji Ali an important place for worship is thronged by people of all faith, the Muslims and also the Hindus.  It is nested on an island off the shoreline of Worli.   Haji Ali is connected by a causeway and accessible only when there is low tide in the sea.  It was built in 1431 by a rich merchant called Haji Ali who gave up a life of luxury before undertaking a pilgrimage to Mecca. 

The story goes that during his journey to Mecca he died and his coffin carrying his body sailed back to Mumbai. Some believe that the great saint drowned at the place where the mosque stood. Thursdays and Fridays mark the important days when people flock to the shrine to receive the blessings of Haji Ali.

Within the Haji Ali shrine is a tomb decked in brocaded red and green sheet. Inscribed on the mirror embedded on the marble pillars are the ninety-nine names of Allah.

Walking through the causeway reaching the Haji Ali shrine is entirely all together a heavenly experience.    

                                                                                                                -  Rajen Nair