Lower Parel: The City of Tallest Skyscrapers

Lower Parel is a neighbourhood in Mumbai that has witnessed a remarkable transformation in the past few decades. Once a hub of textile mills and factories, it is now home to some of the tallest skyscrapers in India and the world. 

Lower Parel has become a symbol of Mumbai's economic growth and urban development, attracting businesses, residents and tourists alike. Its skyline continues to be the defining factor of Mumbai’s skyline, signalling the great real estate investment potential this hub offers to one and all. It also caters to the high-rise, international-standard living aspirations of thousands of Mumbai residents who prefer to live and enjoy their days amongst the clouds and with unparalleled views of the Arabian Sea. These skyscrapers in Lower Parel are also home to some of the most dazzling, world-class amenities – right from jogging tracks on the terrace with a panoramic view of the city to landscaped gardens, infinity pools, well-stocked gymnasiums, private theatres, and more.

So, which property in Parel makes the list of the tallest skyscrapers in the neighbourhood? Some of the notable skyscrapers in Lower Parel are:

- The World One: This is the tallest residential building in India, with a height of 280.2 metres. Originally intended to be 442 metres, the World One in Lower Parel has 78 floors. The World One offers luxury apartments with panoramic views of the city and the Arabian Sea. It also features a spa, a gym, a swimming pool and a private observatory. World One is part of a larger complex called The World Towers, which also includes World View and World Crest towers.

- The World View: Located on the same property as the World One, the World View is another iconic address in Mumbai thanks to its impressive, towering stature. It stands 277.6 metres tall and has 73 floors for deluxe residences in the heart of Mumbai. 

- One Lodha Place: Designed by global architects who renovated The Louvre in Paris, One Lodha Place is an ESG-focused office space in Lower Parel that adds to the glamourous skyscrapers of the suburb. Over 180 metres tall, One Lodha Place offers huge space for luxury retail and commercial outlets. It also comes with 5-tier security, a plaza, a fitness centre, and 38 floors of Grade A+ office space.

- The One Avighna Park: This is a twin-tower residential project that has 61 floors and a height of 247 metres each. The One Avighna Park offers luxurious apartments with smart home technology, walk-in closets and jacuzzis. It also has a landscaped garden, a swimming pool, a gym and a banquet hall.

- The Indiabulls Sky: Boasting an infinity-edge swimming pool that faces the Mumbai skyline, Indiabulls Sky is another impressive residential skyscraper in Lower Parel. It is famous for its exclusive 96 ultra-luxury apartments from the 16th floor onwards that come with full height and glazed. It stands 108 metres tall. The Indiabulls Sky offers spacious apartments with private elevators, balconies and gardens. It also has a clubhouse, a spa, a gym and a rooftop restaurant. 

- Lodha Venezia: This iconic skyscraper has two towers with 65 floors each. The Lodha Venezia adds to the Lower Parel skyline with its height of 213.5 metres. The building was completed in 2017 and offers premium 2 and 3 BHK spacious residences with panoramic views of the Arabian Sea. Lodha Venezia is inspired by the architecture of Venice and features a lagoon, waterfalls and gardens – all of which feature prominently in its architecture.

- L & T Crescent Bay: With its memorable architecture and a huge assortment of futuristic, world-class lifestyle amenities, L & T Crescent Bay is another towering residential project in Parel that seeks to transport its residents to new heights. It is 239 metres tall and comprises six affluent residential towers – each built on a raised pedestal. Currently, the project has 63 floors. 

- Trump Tower: One of the original skyscrapers in Lower Parel, Lodha Trump Tower comprises 3 and 4 BHK luxury residences spread across exquisitely constructed 78 storeys. The height of the tower is 266.3 metres, and was completed in 2020.  

Conclusion

These are just some of the examples of the skyscrapers that have transformed Lower Parel into a city of heights. Lower Parel is not only a place to live and work but also a place to enjoy the culture, entertainment and lifestyle of Mumbai. Lower Parel has many attractions, such as malls, restaurants, pubs, cinemas, theatres, art galleries and museums. Lower Parel is also well-connected to other parts of the city by road, rail and metro. Lower Parel is a neighbourhood that reflects the spirit of Mumbai: dynamic, ambitious and cosmopolitan. It is a city within a city that offers an unparalleled experience of living in the sky.