Babulnath temple is situated at the end of Marine Drive and south of Malabar ill, in the very heart of Mumbai City. It is nearly 1,000 feet above sea level, over looking the Arabian Sea. People visiting this temple can feel peace and tranquility and one can also get an illusion of being on Mount Kailash the eternal abode of Lord Shiva. It was built in 1780 and is one of the most spacious temples in the city. In 1900, a tall spire was added to the original temple. A stone Lingam of Shiva is worshiped at Babulnath. The main day for worship is Monday. Every year millions of devotees visit this magnificent temple and are undoubtedly proud of its rich and varied heritage.

According to the prevailing legend, about two centuries ago, the hilly terrain where Lord Babulnath's ancient temple is situated belonged to one "Pandurang". He was a rich goldsmith. His cattle were grazing around. Being grazing land, there was nothing to be taken care of by Babul, the caretaker of Pandurang's cattle stock.

Eventually a cow named Kapila stopped giving milk and on enquiry, Babul reported that everyday this cow reach place on the hill and emptied all her milk before returning home. Babul could not explain the logic behind this, but had made Pandurang inquisitive. The very next day, Pandurang saw the scene and was overwhelmed when Kapila repeated her usual act. He reached that place and noticed a huge Shivalinga. It is that very place where the temple ha been built.

Nearest Station: Charni Road (Western Railway). Visitors can easily access the temple by buses run by BEST.

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