The rain just doesn’t stop. It has been pouring nonstop since I arrived in Mumbai, often torrentially. The streets have been fairly resilient: I expected a lot of flooding and walking in ankle-deep water, but somehow the water is draining all right.

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I’m very glad I chose to sleep just a few blocks from church, because navigating this heavy rain, whether on foot or by car, is not easy. I was excited to visit St. Thomas Cathedral in Mumbai, the oldest church in the city. Construction began in 1676 and the church held its first service in 1718…the church is over 300 years old!

From my hotel, I navigated through the Fort Neighborhood, which felt a bit like being in London, to church for the 8:45 am service.

Upon arrival, I was warmly welcomed, offered a hymn book and order of service, and found a seat near the front.

A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.