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MUMBAI

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.

 

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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