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Khotachiwadi

Village in Maharashtra

Khotachiwadi is a heritage village in Girgaon, Mumbai, India. Houses generally conform to the old-Portuguese style architecture.

It was founded in the late 18th century by Khot, a Pathare prabhu, who sold plots of land to local East Indian families. There used to be 65 of these houses, now reduced to 28 as old buildings are being pulled down to make way for new skyscrapers.

Architecture

Houses are made of wood, with a large open front verandah, a back courtyard and an external staircase to access the top bedroom.

Residents

Most of the residents now descend from the original inhabitants of Mumbai. Recently Gujarathis, Marwadis have moved into the area. Majority are Maharashtrian Christians.

Gallery

File:Map of Khotachi Wadi Precinct.jpg|A Map of Khotachi Wadi File:Khotachi Wadi Municipal Name Board.jpg|Name board of Khotachi wadi

References

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