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Mumbai, the
capital city of Maharashtra on the Konkan coast of western
India is a fusion of the east and the west in its passion
for living. Mumbai, originally a set of seven
marshy islands, is a reclamation story. The composite
island is now a 22 km long and 3 km wide strip into which
are squeezed 9 million people. Cosmopolitan in nature, it
is a melting pot where Parsis, Jews, Hindus, Muslims and
Christians happily co-exist under a common designation -
the 'Bombayite.'
Mumbai- A city that never sleeps, if you want to feel
fresh young and rejuvenated then Mumbai is for you.
Flooded with discotheques, Restaurants and night clubs
Mumbai in actual is the Las Vegas of India. Mumbai is
a city where every night seems like a festival night. So,
with heartiest happiness we welcome you to the city of
wonders, Mumbai.
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Tourist Attractions in Mumbai
Gateway of India
Built in the Indo-saracenic style,
the Gateway of India is meant to commemorate the visit of
King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay, prior to the
Darbar in Delhi in December 1911. The foundation stone was
laid on March 31, 1911 and George Wittet's final design
sanctioned in August 1914. Between 1915 and 1919 work
proceeded on reclamations at Apollo Pier for the land on
which the gateway and the new sea wall would be built. The
foundations were completed in 1920.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (Victoria Terminus)
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a railway station, is a
brilliant specimen of the Victorian Gothic style of
architecture in India. Once called Victoria Terminus, the
station is positioned on the suburban railway tracks of
Mumbai. CST also serves as the headquarters of the Central
Railways of India. Attributable to its wonderful
structural design, CST was acknowledged as a 'World
Heritage Site' by UNESCO in 2004.
Mahalaxmi Temple
Mahalaxmi Temple is one of the most famous temples of
Mumbai situated on Bhulabhai Desai Road. It is dedicated
to Mahalaxmi, Lord Vishnu's consort. Built around 1785.
Mahalakshmi temple can be reached easily by the means of
local transport in Mumbai. The waves of the Arabian Sea
impart a perfect background to this religious shrine of
Mahalakshmi.
Siddhivinayak Temple
Siddhivinayak Temple is a Hindu, medieval creation
dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It is located in Prahadevi,
Dadar, Mumbai. The founder of this temple is
controversial, it is said either, Ahilyabai Holkar built
it on 19th November 1801, or Lakshman Vithu and Deubhai
Patil built it, in the same year.
Juhu Beach
Juhu Beach is one of the largest and frequently visited
beaches in India, Juhu Beach in Mumbai is an indispensable
part of the city. Located on the shores of the Arabian
Sea, 20-25km north of the city centre, Juhu Beach in
Mumbai represents the pulse of the city. With its numerous
vendors, food stalls, entertainment outlets, Juhu Beach is
the best beach in Mumbai. It is a famous hangout zone of
Mumbai
Getting There
Air : Mumbai has both a domestic airport and an
international airport. Chhatrapati Shiva International
Airport (formerly known as Sahar Airport) or at
Chhatrapati Shivaji Domestic Airport (formerly known as
Santa Cruz Airport). They are about 4 kms apart and are
approximately 30 kms and 26 kms away from the heart of the
city - Nariman Point - in south Mumbai.
Rail : Mumbai’s two main railway terminals - Mumbai
Central and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (or VT) connect
it to the rest of the country.
Road : Long distance buses depart from Mumbai Central S.T.
Bus Depot to several towns and cities.
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Mumbai in Maharashtra India.
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