Gorai Creek

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Aerial view of the Gorai Creek

The Gorai Creek is a creek off the coast of suburban Mumbai. It lies between Borivali (West) and Gorai Village. A ferry ride across the creek to Essel World, Gorai Beach and the Global Vipassana Pagoda takes around 10 to 15 minutes. [1]

Coordinates: 19°13′59″N72°49′27″E / 19.23306°N 72.82417°E / 19.23306; 72.82417

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References

  1. "How to reach Essel world". Archived from the original on 16 December 2013. Retrieved 18 July 2013.
Pagoda view from Gorai creek on sunset time Pagoda sunset view.jpg
Pagoda view from Gorai creek on sunset time