This is a magical place, for those who are willing to look through the dust and grime, to discover a world of architectural treasures that are now, being painstakingly brought into their own. The Kala Ghoda Art District, covering roughly 2 square kilometres, drew its name from a huge statue of King Edward VIII astride a black horse (Kala Ghoda in Hindi) that once graced the centre of the main thoroughfare. Beginning from the Regal Cinema (behind the Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai), this hub of culture is home to a heady mix of quaint restaurants, museums, educational institutions, cultural organisations, theatres and art galleries, making it comparable to many international art districts. It is also the venue of a two-week annual festival (February) that transforms it into a cultural wonderland -The Kala Ghoda Festival.
