DREAM CITY MUMBAI

About Mumbai

Formerly known as Bombay, Mumbai is the capital of the western state of Maharashtra. The city

is a natural harbour lying at the mouth of the Ulhas River on the west coast of India.

The Arabian Sea lines the western border of Mumbai, which has an average elevation of 14 m.

The city is sub-divided into two distinct regions, Mumbai City district (Island City) and Mumbai

Suburban district, which together cover an area of 603.4 sq km.

With a population of approximately 12.5 million, Mumbai ranks as the most populous city in

India and the fifth most populous city in the world. Along with the neighbouring areas of Navi

Mumbai and Thane, the city forms one of the most populous urban regions in the world.

Mumbai has also been christened as an 'Alpha world city' in 2009 and has the highest GDP in

South, West and Central Asia.

History of Mumbai

Mumbai was originally built on an archipelago of seven islands, namely Bombay Island, Parel,

Mazagaon, Mahim, Colaba, Worli and Old Woman's Island (Little Colaba). These islands have

been inhabited since the Stone Age and were collectively known as Heptanesia. The region

was ruled by dynasties like Satavahanas, Konkan Mauryas and Rashtrakutas, from the 2nd to

9th century BC.

The islands came under the control of the Silharas (810 to 1260), King Bhimdev (1261 to 1346),

and the Delhi Sultanate (1347 to 1407). An independent Gujarat Sultanate governed the

islands from 1407 onwards. Bahadur Khan Gilani of the Bahamani Sultanate tried to establish

control over the islands in 1493, but failed.

During the European rule, Sultan Bahadur Shah of the Gujarat Sultanate signed the Treaty of

Bassein with the Portuguese on 23 December, 1534. Control over the seven islands of

Bombay, along with Bassein and its dependencies, was thereafter surrendered to the

Portuguese on 25 October, 1535. The British Empire took possession of most islands on 11

May, 1661, after the marriage treaty of Charles II of England and Catherine of Braganza.

After Baji Rao was defeated by the British East India Company in 1817, Deccan was

incorporated in the Bombay Presidency. The seven islands were coalesced into a single

landmass by the Hornby Vellard project and were made the capital of the Presidency. Post

independence, the territory was restructured into Bombay State. In the 1950s, the Samyukta

Maharashtra movement was initiated to create the state of Maharashtra.

On 1 May, 1960, the state was reorganised on linguistic lines, and was named Maharashtra

State with Bombay as its capital. In the following years, Bombay witnessed several unfortunate

events like Hindu-Muslim riots (1992–93), series of bomb blasts (1993), and terrorist attacks

(2006 and 2008). However, the city still flourishes and currently serves as the commercial

capital of India.

People & Culture of Mumbai

Rechristened as Mumbai in 1995, it has become the largest city in South Asia. It is home to the

world's most prolific film industry and also houses several historic sites. Characteristic of natural

beauty, ethnic cuisine and eclectic shopping destinations, Mumbai is a popular tourist

destination. The city of Mumbai is known for its 24x7 culture and vibrant nightlife.

Things to do in Mumbai

Mumbai has a lot of structures, monuments, cultural centres that are a standing testimony to its

rich history. It is also home to a number of gardens and a national park, which are must-visits

for travellers visiting Mumbai. There is a lot Mumbai tourism has to offer and travellers can

choose to sign up for Mumbai holiday packages to explore the city better.

Food & Shopping in Mumbai

Mumbai’s food truly reflects its character – that it is a melting pot of different cultures. It is also

considered as one of the highlights of Mumbai tourism; right from its street food such as vada

pav, pav bhaji and chaats sold at Mumbai’s famous Chowpatty to cafes and restaurants that

offer international cuisine

Travelling to Mumbai

The best time to visit Mumbai is between November and February during which Mumbai hosts

several music shows, International film festivals and more. Festivals and Events form an

important part of life in Mumbai. Processions, prayers, songs and dance performances are held

across the city during festivals. Being the home of Bollywood, Mumbai hosts many film festivals

like the Pumelo International Film Festival , Yensa short film festival, Banganga Festival and

the Enoma International Film Festival.

Tourists can reach Mumbai from destinations around the country by air, road or rail. Mumbai

has its domestic and international airport, known as Chatrapati Shivaji International/Domestic

airport, well connected with almost all major cities in India and the world.

Mumbai has a well connected road transportation system. State owned buses connect Mumbai

to all neighbouring points. Many Deluxe and Super Deluxe buses are available to travel in and

out of the city.

Mumbai is the headquarters of two of Indian Railway zones: the Central Railway (CR)

headquartered at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) and the Western

Railway (WR) headquartered at the Church gate Mumbai is also well connected to most parts

of India.

Accommodation options in Mumbai

Tourists can choose from a number of popular hotels in Mumbai spread across the CBD as

well as other areas in the city.

Information

State: Maharashtra

Famous for/as: City

Altitude: 14 M

Pincode: 400001

District: Mumbai City

Language: Hindi,Marathi

STD code: 022

Weather: Summer 23 To 40°C, Winter 16 To 33°C

Featured review about Mumbai

 Drop in Bomb-Bay!!

"Bombayyyy!!!! This city breathes gusto and madness - everything seems endless, the waters;

the miles; the sands; the heights; the foods; the lights!! City indeed never sleeps. You come to

bombay and get lost in the magical destination that it is and by the end of it you feel that even a

fortnight wasn't enough! Events like barely leave the grip on the city - food festivals, art shows,

theatre, exhibitions, concerts and the list fails to cease! The glory of the beach early morning in

bombay and at night is worth an experience, the architecture of the town area really holds the

gaze. Bombay holds beauty in it's every nook and cranny. Visit the city with an open heart and it

will take you in- forever and for always!!

Food, sight-seeing and shopping: It's not just food that keeps you glued to bombay, it's actually

the myraid hues of the culinary expertise!! The city is full of restaurants, eateries, cafes, bistros

with thousands of cuisines. You name it and you have it! 'Quatro's' for example is this amazing

vegetarian italian restaurant near palladium that assures you that being a herbivore all over

again can actually be worth it - try the fried lasagne and the philedelphia cheesecake there,

you'll die of satisfaction! This pub in bandra called 'Totos' will actually drive you crazy - it's a

small place (amazing interiors) but the rock music here is ROCK-ING!!! Order a pitcher of

draught beer (I liked it much much better here) and fries - you are ready to go, not too heavy on

the pocket too!!! 'Gadda da vida' - the terrace lounge at the Novotel Hotel in juhu is the most

magnificent place in the evening where one can be, the cool breeze, the pool side - everything

just sets the mood!

If you are a 'junk-kard' hit 'colaba causeway' in town - you 'll find the most beautiful pieces of

junk jewellery here and also the best kohlapuris - you are just spoilt for choice!! 'Tribal-route' is

this store in andheri where one can find exquisite jewellery pieces along with home decor

products, kitsch art products, lighting peices and preppy furniture, if you are in for something

different this is the place for you! 'Masaba's' store on juhu-tara road is another place to look out

for, kurtas, sarees and many other apparels with edgy colour-blocking can be a shopping treat!

If you have a thing for history 'town' can make you immensely happy, almost all the buildings

have the old-world charm, then there's jahangir art gallery and the prince of wales museum with

a splended expanse of green! The gateway of india though too much talked about should not

be missed, sounds cliched but cliche is a cliche for a reason!! The ferry ride from gateway to the

elephanta caves is nice and slow - it's an experience, the caves themselves! The newly found

'bandra-worli sealink' adds another feather to the hat - while on the sealink at night turn around

and look at it from the cab as it trails away; there's nothing more beautiful you'd ever see!!

Activities & things to do: Go to carter road and just sit by the sea, moments will pass away

without you even realising it! Mocha-mojo in bandra at midnight is the best thing ever - play

fuseball, chit-chat, have granitas - it's FUN! Hang out in the prithvi theatre cafe- you might get

lucky and catch a glimpe or two of the celebs - it's bombay afterall! The comedy store at

phoenix is something you shouldn't miss - stand up comedy is not something you'll get

everywhere - it's worth an experience!

AND do take a ride in the local train preferably in the afternoon to avoid rush - it's a RIDE

indeed!

Make a trip to 'khandala' when in bombay - shouldn't miss the hills around the beach!

Travel tips, How to reach, travel warnings etc: To reach bombay is the easiest thing because it

is BOMBAY! Fly or take the train if really far - bomaby is well connected - else buses are good if

you stay closer! Within bombay travel is not difficult - you have autos, cabs, buses, local trains

of course or you can hire a cab or hire a car and drive!! And it's safe, it is!

One warning - don't quite rely on the directions given by someone, try and ask more then 3

people for the same direction - bombay people like to have fun if you know what i mean!

Plan your days well 'cause it's a huge city, you shouldn't waste time in travel like set days aside

for town and leave early morning to avoid the rush!"

Salaam Mumbai

"Overcrowded, teeming with hundreds, lakhs, millions, you name it…. with people, always on

the run, not looking at what is happening whether a person has fallen down, or does he require

any assistance, if he has, nothing just rushing in, getting in and out. Everywhere sea of

humanity and utter chaos. But in the midst of all this, there is a sense of excitement, a sense of

belonging to a great city of Mumbai, where every youth aspires to become rich overnight. I was

amazed at the jest, with which every shop in Mumbai was decorated for Christmas and New

Year as if the 26/11 incident had not taken place and all the Mumbaikars were quite calm and

doing their business in a very calm manner. I admired their spirit. This sense of calmness and

oneness should be there in every Indian.

Food, sight-seeing and shopping: Mumbai caters to all the cuisines of everyone and every

taste. The famous being the vadapavs, missle pavs and sugarcane juice which can be found at

every nook and corner of Mumbai.

The famous sightseeing places are: Gateway of India (as usual the Gateway was full of people

totally in awe of the structure), Taj hotel (At the sight of Taj, we were amazed to see that the

structure where it got destroyed was being repaired and everything was going on very calmly. It

reminded me of our Indian culture and heritage), Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus(Earlier known as

Victoria Terminus. The architecture is of the British era, where both the local and the inter-state

trains will be chugging in and out), Marine Drive (This is perhaps the best place where people

leave their worries behind and enjoy watching the sun dipping into the sea), Juhu( The most

common place where families come with their kids) , Tarapore Aquarium(It has got a display of

variety of different species of fish, turtle and tortoises. This aquarium can become the best

tourist spot if maintained properly), Siddhi Vinayak Temple(Every person who visits Mumbai will

not come back without visiting this temple as there is a belief that whatever is wished there will

take place), MahaLakshmi Temple(Popular temple after the Siddhi Vinayak Temple, frequented

by many), Haji Ali(It is in the midst of the sea and can be accessed only when there are low

tides), Elephanta Caves(Which can be reached by a ferry and a full one day is needed to see it)

Colaba is best for shopping of beads, slippers, shoes and accessories, dresses, chains, bags,

purses. Next for shopping is Fashion Street, then Crawford Market where dresses can be

bought at a cheaper rate.

Hiranandani is also a shopping paradise.

Activities & things to do: Mumbai is famous for its Local Trains which forms the backbone of

Mumbai & every tourist must experience it. We also did the same by getting jostled while getting

in and out.

One can experience the Buggy rides for which Mumbai is very famous for. It was a thrilling ride

as the buggy takes you on a full circle ride for Rs.300.

Anyone who has a fancy for watching Theatre &plays can go to the Prithvi Theatre. There are

plenty of art galleries to see. One can go for long walks on the Marine Drive.

Travel tips, How to reach, travel warnings etc: Mumbai can be accessed from every city in India

by Train, Bus & flight. While travelling in Locals one has to be very cautious about the

belongings, mostly cellphones & purses, as my son lost his cellphone while travelling in the local

train."

Karnala Bird Sanctuary

"Travelling is fun when you take hold of the mean machine and cruise. Specially on a Royal

Enfield where riding pleasure is nothing less than attaining Nirvana.

Travelling on a bike is like flying low in the nature where you feel the breeze much better than

sitting like mannequins in the box called as car. In a car nature appears like moving pictures

and where you miss the 'in' feeling.

Secondly, car has restrictions when it comes to cruising the dirt tracks or the natural path into

the unexplored.

Keeping this is mind and the time available, I decided to explore to my favourite destination -

Karnala Bird Santuary. Karnala is just 10kms from Panvel and

appx. 61 km from Mumbai. During non peak hours one can reach in an hour from Mumbai.

Karnala is a great place for weekend break with friends and family. It has thick forest with variety

of birds, wild mushrooms and plenty of monkeys swinging from tree to tree.

The prime attraction at Karnala is the Karnala Fort. On weekends one can see many trekkers,

nature photographers and school kids. Apart from trekking, rappelling also takes place at the

pinnacle of Karnala fort. The peak is crested by a thumb-shaped pinnacle hence it is also

known as 'Thumbs-Up' fort.

Though there are small hotels and resorts around, one needs to carry sufficient water and light

snacks for hiking. It is advisable to start the hike early in the morning and return early.

Cellphones work here but has limitations. It takes from an hour to two hour hike to reach the

top, depending on the level of trekker you are. There are various trails one can follow. The map

is available at the base at mere Re. 1/-. The entry fee per person is Rs. 20/-

The view from the top is simply breath taking as your eyes are attracted to the vastness of the

Arabian Sea. Also the view of Sahyadri range is magnificent. At The base of the pinnacle there

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are some small rock-cut caves which are filled with water. These water tanks are of Buddist

origin where monks used to meditate here.

Bird Watching at Karnala:

Early morning is the right time to catch the birds in action. The chirping of birds here makes you

feel that you have gone back in the time machine.

Though the area is mere 4.5 sq. km, it is home to some 80+ bird species. The best time is

during winter when migratory birds from Himalayas and as far as Siberia visit this small place.

One has to be equipped with good binoculars and a natural interest in birds. The birds which

can be spotted here includes wood-peckers, Himalayan thrust, Golden Orioles, Minivets,

Barbets, Green bee eaters, Owls, Drongos, Crested Serpent Eagles, Paradise Flycatchers,

Flowerpeckers, Petronias etc. Simply follow the paths which are marked with proper symbols.

Travel in small groups to identify maximum bird species. A serious birder will have to carry field

guides for quick identification of birds. Once you are hooked to birding, you shall return here

once a month.

Apart from hiking and birding, there are plant nurseries near by which stock variety of plants

from floral to herbal at a reasonable rates. There is Yusuf Meherali Center close by.

Well that’s it as the first of the Travel Series, till then - bye!

Food, sight-seeing and shopping: Woods Resort, Rishi Garden Resort and for food Kshanbhar-

Vistranti or Kamat's.

Activities & things to do: Bird Watching in winter, Trekking, Rappelling, Nature walks in

Monsoon

Travel tips, How to reach, travel warnings etc: Mumbai-Panvel-Karnala. Karnala Fort /

Sanctuary is 10 km from Panvel"

The city of dreams or a dream city?

"Bombay or Mumbai. It has changed a lot and not so much at all. Every time I go, I fall in love

with it a little bit more. There are some things that have almost become a tradition with me now.

I must do/visit them. It took many trips for me to discover them. You may not be able to do them

all in one trip but try some of them at least. Distances aren’t much but traffic spoils it a bit. So,

depending on which side you will be staying, you can try some stuff. Am writing them down area

wise so you can club them in one, depending on where you are.

Food, sight-seeing and shopping: Town side:

Please, please do go to Haji Ali in Mahalaxmi. All cab drivers know it. I am in love with it. It won’t

take long to go there. But it will change your life. And once you get out, do have strawberry and

Cream ice-cream at the Haji Ali Juice corner. You’d never have tasted anything like it.

Across the road is the Heera Panna complex, which is great for gadgets, mobiles, Zippos, fake

watches etc. Much like Palika but better, cleaner and safer. You must bargain there. They will try

and rob you except for one or two shops.

Once near town, please, please try and go to Leopold. I absolutely love that place. It is in

Colaba, across from the Benetton showroom. That corner is called the Kala Ghoda I think. It is a

very down-to-earth drinking place where foreigners hang out. Don’t go for dinner, go for an

evening beer. It’s better for a laid back evening as you must visit some other places for dinner.

Near there, in one of the back lanes is a famous place called Baghdadi and Bade miyan. Pick

up a roll from bade miyaan and try this special Iranian roti at Baghdadi. It is unmissable. You

can also go to Ayub’s for rolls if it’s really late. The back lane has the kitchen from where they

will give it to you even as late as 3 am.

Also in town is the fountain. Where you get very cheap books and the fashion Street is there.

Completely missable.

Another place I love is a pub called ‘Not just Jazz by the Bay’ across from Baskin Robbins on

Marine Drive. They have Karaoke nights there. It’s a blast. Walk along the Marine Drive for a

short distance before taking a cab. It is lovely.

What you cannot and must not miss, even if you have to cross half the world to reach is the

Hard Rock Café. It is Bombay Dyeing Mills in Worli. You must, must go there. Try and check out

Sheiro also. It is fantastically beautiful, quieter and more sophisticated. Maybe have one beer

there, in the same complex, before going to Hard Rock. Hard Rock closes at 1.30. Most places

in town close around that time. Hard Rock is the best place in Bombay right now. Go there

definitely. Have a beer at Leopold, Shiero and then go to HRC. They have 1000 bucks cover

charge.

Suburbs

One thing that is a must but you may not be able to do it because of time is watching a play at

the Prithvi Theatre. Last show is usually 7:30. If you don’t have the time, but feel like a nice cup

of Irish Cream Coffee, do go to their café. This is in Juhu, very near Holiday Inn and a short

distance from Marriott. Next to Alfredo’s and Barista.

I try to always visit the Mt. Mary Church in Bandra, near Bandstand. Mornings are great for that,

but so is any time of the day. I go in the morning as I can go as early as 7:30 also which leaves

the rest of the day free. Auto drivers ussually get confused and take you to St. Anthony church.

You may need directions from a local. It is up a climbing road.

There are a lot of places you can part at in the suburbs too. There is Enigma in the Marriott

(Juhu). Mostly celebs and opens till late (about 3 am). You can eat in the coffee shop

afterwards. Entry is a bit much, Rs. 3000 I think.

But it’s better to go to the local places like Hawaiian Shack, which is very popular amongst the

Advertising and such people. It is in Bandra. On linking road, there is a Mc Donald. Across the

street from it is a lane. Go down that road and ask someone. Everyone knows it. I don’t know

the name of the exact road.

You can also go to Zenzei, Poison and Seijo & Sojourn on Waterfield Road in Bandra. Near

ICICI bank. Poison is a pub in the same building. Much like a UK underground pub. It is in the

basement too. 1000 bucks entry. Seijo & Sojourn is a pub and restaurant on the first floor of the

same building. Also very good. Zenzei is very popular also. On the same road, towards linking

road.

Very near Zenzei and a Lakme Salon is a new place called Red Box. Went for breakfast one

day as they have a Hot Breads kind of readymade counter. But checked out booze prices.

Very, very cheap. 60 bucks for a pint. Looks nice but never tried it for dinner.

Near there is OMO. A fabulous shop for clothes, shoes and accessories. This is also Waterfield

Road, Bandra. Near Linking Road and National College. It is on the second floor of a building

that has TISYA board prominently. Across the road from a shop called Outfits (very cool clothes,

jeans etc. from Hong Kong etc). That is the woman’s store. But they can give you directions to

the men’s store, nearby. I will try too. Across from ICICI, there is a bunch of shops called Leo

and Babes, Kings etc. Go down that road straight. Keep a look out on the right. Outside one of

the houses is a very small board with OMO on it. It is a garage kind of room attached to a

house. That’s the men’s store. Nice pants and kurtas etc. worth a look.

A lot of time I go to Biona, a café on Hill Road for breakfast for a quick lunch. It’s a cute café

with good food which is rare in Bombay. Nice desserts too. Plus readymade biryani for when

you are in a hurry. Ask auto wall to take you to Globus. If you are coming from Linking Road,

Globus will be on your right. Take the left from there. Biona is on the left on Hill Road. Next to

Sleep-ins and Independent café.

Please go to Bandstand in Bandra one evening if you have the time. It’s a lovely walk. Even late

at night, you have people hanging out at 3 or 4 am. They just sit and drink and hang out.

You can go to Toto’s Garage, a laid back place in Bandra, near Pali Market. Good rock music.

Only if you have the time. Near there, you can get beer at a theka like tiny corner shop long

after everything is closed.

In Juhu, please go to the beach and have chuski and sit on one of the many shacks’ edge and

listen to the waves. There is a nice Mocha across the street for coffee.

On the Juhu road, much before Marriott is a lovely restaurant. New. Called Aurrius. It doesn’t

have a front gate or anything, so you may miss it. Look out for Ajanta Hotel (tell your auto walla

Ajanta hotel). Cross the road and enter a iron gate. Inside is Aurrius. Sit out in the open. It’s

very pretty and overlooks the sea. Not if you are alone though, it’s boring. There is also Vie near

there. Also nice.

You can go to a lot of places alone also in Bombay. No one cares. You can also go to this place

called Alfredo’s for lunch or evening beer. It’s small and quaint. Near Holiday Inn. There is also

Temple Flower, a nice restaurant there. If you want to try crabs or seafood, don’t miss Mahesh,

very close by. It’s very famous.

If you want to party besides these places (Aurriius and Vie are quiter. Enigma is a club), you can

go to Rock Bottom in Ramee Guestline, near Holiday Inn. I don’t like it that much but it’s there.

As is their rooftop, an Indian restaurant. Boring.

Linking road is very good for cheap chappals and leather stuff if you want to pick up something.

There are a lot of shops with cool stuff all over Bombay. I always visit Linking road for shoes,

OMO and outfits for clothes and frequent these places to eat. There must be lots of other places

but these are my world in Bombay. I discover something new every time. Do try and do as much

as you can while you are there. The city never sleeps. You can midnight buffets at Holiday Inn

and Marriott. You can get a drink almost anywhere.

There are a lot of Barista and café days but there are so many other places with history that

make the city.

Activities & things to do: Shop for shoes and leather. Do go to the sea side. Worli and

bandstand are ideal. juhu is good for a family outing. Do take a day trip to the caves. Get on a

ferry from the Gateway of India. They are closed on Mondays though. Party like mad at one of

their various clubs. Hard Rock Cafe, Sheiro, Posion, Vie, Aurrius, Avalon, Enigma, Velocity...the

list is endless. Go gadget shopping at Heera Panna. Get religious at Siddhi Vinayak, Mt. Mary

or Haji Ali. Or take a trip to Filmcity.

Travel tips, How to reach, travel warnings etc: Mumbai is connected by air with almost

everywhere. Being a throbbing city, the fares are not too much either as there are so many

flights in that sector. Try travel sites for special deals and offers for flights. Within the city, I take

autos all the time. They never refuse to go anywhere if they are on the right side of the road.

They don’t try and cheat you. The calculation is - whatever the reading on the meter, it is one

rupee less. For instance it shows, 1.0, you pay them 9 rupees which is the least fare even if you

are going 10 feet away. If it shows 3.6, you pay 35 rupees. It’s simple, once you get the hang of

it. Cabs are very cheap too."

Top attractions in Mumbai recommended for travellers

1.Marine Drive

Type: Offbeat Attraction

Entry: Free

Ranked: 1 Of 906

Ratings: 6.10/7 (87 Reviews)

"A good place to relax, to zone out from the regular rut. Stare at massiveness of the sea.

Marvel at the opulence of the city. Just turn around and grab a drink at any of the cafes right

across the road. Be ready to be asked to move by the local..."

2.Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

Type: Historic Place

Entry: Free

Ranked: 2 Of 906

Ratings: 5.74/7 (52 Reviews)

"this is the most crowded place i have seen. Very well build superb architecture. if you want to

see the actual crowd reach there at office time that is between 8 - 11 am or 5-8 pm . Nice

palace. if u visit mumbai you should go CST "

3.Juhu Beach

Type: Beach

Entry: Free

Ranked: 3 Of 906

Ratings: 5.31/7 (42 Reviews)

"Talking about the location JUHU beach is very nice with plenty of bollywood stars staying

nearby the place is good to go for a trip. However the beach is very dirty because of the crowd

and the nearby eateries. best time to visit is during ganpati..."

4.Gateway of India

Type: Monument

Entry: Free

Ranked: 4 Of 906

Ratings: 6.15/7 (40 Reviews)

"When in Mumbai, do visit Gateway of India. As this place is part of the historical Bombay, you'll

enjoy walking around the area and observing the architecture."

5.Siddhivinayak Temple

Type: Temple

Entry: Free

Ranked: 5 Of 906

Ratings: 6.45/7 (24 Reviews)

Timings: Monday - Friday - 05:30 To 22:00 , Saturday - 05:30 To 22:00 , Sunday - 05:30 To

22:00 , Public Holidays - 05:30 To 22:00

"I have visited this temple on sunday at the noon time. i am lucky over there doesnt found much

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crowd over there. My number comes with in 45 min from the time i reached there. Very nice

place well managed."

6.Linking Road

Type: Market

Entry: Free

Ranked: 6 Of 906

Ratings: 5.18/7 (16 Reviews)

"well nice broad roads. great bargains on shoes all brand s on this road. also clothes but prefer

hill road for clothes.bargain on the streets.shops have a fixed rate but have lots of sales..quality

okay of most shoes..but crash sales are usually..."

7.Bandra Worli Sea Link

Type: Bridge

Entry: Paid

Ranked: 7 Of 906

Ratings: 6.16/7 (16 Reviews)

"Its a sea link developed by NHAI, convenient during rush hours, during night time we can see

the lightings of Mumbai & suburbs area, its a amazing seen which we can not see in other

cities. Although Mumbai is a Business capital and Metro city in

Muktesh Ramawa

8.Essel World

Type: Theme Park

Entry: Paid

Ranked: 8 Of 906

Ratings: 6.26/7 (12 Reviews)

Timings: Monday - Friday - 10:00 To 19:00 , Saturday - 10:00 To 20:00 , Sunday - 10:00 To

20:00 , Public Holidays - 10:00 To 20:00

"It was very good experience to vist Esselworld and Waterpark, both on saparate days. Striking

car is must. Surya Jula also was exciting. If you go in group it would be more better."

9.Water Kingdom

Type: Theme Park

Entry: Free

Ranked: 9 Of 906

Ratings: 5.91/7 (11 Reviews)

"Along with Essel world this also a very good spot to visit , but it will take whole day so it is better

to visit both on 2 separate days. All water games are exciting specially in hot wether of

Mumbai."

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10.Haji Ali Dargah

Type: Dargah

Entry: Free

Ranked: 10 Of 906

Ratings: 6.21/7 (11 Reviews)

Timings: Monday - Friday - 05:30 To 22:00 , Saturday - 05:30 To 22:00 , Sunday - 05:30 To

22:00 , Public Holidays - 05:30 To 22:00

"Holy place with very historical, Dargah set of high rising rocks in 1916-17. around 10000

people visit this holy place, Haji Ali Dargah for community like Hindu, Muslim, Christians and

also Sikhs. " -

Popular hotels in Mumbai recommended by HolidayIQ.com travellers

1.Bawa International Hotel

Price: Rs. 5,000 - 13,000

Ranked: 1 Of 735

Ratings: 5.05/7 (1008 Reviews)

Address: Nehru Road , Near Domestic Airport

Vile Parle (E),

Mumbai

Phone: 022-26113636

Website: Www.bawahotels.com

"Good hospitality, very conferrable bed, neat and clean rooms. Pleasant location

and very convenient to reach from Airport ( 5 minute drive). it good place to

spend time with falimy, very good food quality. the Hotel staff are very..." -

2.Bawa Continental Hotel

Price: Rs. 6,500 - 10,500

Ranked: 2 Of 735

Ratings: 5.36/7 (317 Reviews)

Address: Opp. Theosophical Society,

Juhu,

Mumbai

Phone: 022-26117503

Website: Www.bawahotels.com

"I am really impressed. By. The services provided by this hotel and congrats

holiday for your efforts.food is very good.ggood for family to stay..nice ac rooms

overall very nice facilities provided by hotel management and it is

good...holiday..."

5

3.Bawa Regency

Price: Rs. 3,000 - 4,000

Ranked: 3 Of 735

Ratings: 4.99/7 (265 Reviews)

Address: Gokul Das Pasta Road

Behid Chitra Cinema

Dadar East ,Mumbai

Phone: 022-40498383

Website: Www.bawahotels.com

"Really this hotel is situated near DADAR Railway station. Room service and

house keeping also very nice. I will recommend this hotel for anybody going to

Mumbai. Rooms also looking very good. Specifiaaly i have tell about the room

service. All the..."

4.Highway Inn Hotel

Price: Rs. 2,800 - 4,400

Ranked: 4 Of 735

Ratings: 5/7 (249 Reviews)

Address: Sir M. V. Road

Andheri-Kurla Road

Andheri-(East)

Phone: 022-67311111

Website: Www.hotelhighwayinn.com

"we had stayed in hotel for two day n the hotel and surroundings r good n we

had a great experience to stay there.and te hotel is very clean n we liked it very

much all our friends used to stay there only from that day in one i would like to

say..."

5.Avion Hotel

Price: Rs. Upto 4,800

Ranked: 5 Of 735

Ratings: 5.08/7 (224 Reviews)

Address: Nehru Road

Vile Parle (E)

Phone: 022-26123902

Website: Www.avionhotel.com

Preferred by: Couple | Mumbai, Delhi Travellers8

"The Avion Hotel was the good hotel we stayed in when we toured in Mumbai

and it was everything as I expected. The hotel location is excellent, Room is also

good. Wonderful reception and excellent staff service. The amenities of Avion

hotel is..."

6.Taj Mahal Palace

Price: Rs. 26,500 - 170,000

Ranked: 6 Of 735

Ratings: 6/7 (185 Reviews)

Address: Apollo Bunder,

Mumbai

Phone: 022-56653366

Website: Www.tajhotels.com

Preferred by: Couple | Rajkot Travellers

"Stayed in last week in The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. We had a beautiful view ofThe Gateway of India and the sea beyond. The room was luxury and the service

amazing and fast. The restaurants and swimmingpool was also excellent. I

recommended..."

7.Bawa Suites

Price: Rs. 6,000 - 9,000

Ranked: 7 Of 735

Ratings: 5.33/7 (100 Reviews)

Address: 352,Linking Road

Khar West,

Mumba

Phone: 022-26494416

Website: Www.bawahotels.com

"Good hotel .for the couple and for family and for single person it is the best

hotel. I stay here for three days with my g f.it is in mumbai city easy to rech there

.the room service was very good. Appearence was good .food was

owsome.acitivity..."

8.Taj Lands End

Price: Rs. 26,500 - 200,000

Ranked: 8 Of 735

Ratings: 5.98/7 (104 Reviews)

Address: Band Stand

Bandra West

Mumbai

Phone: 022-66681234

Website: Www.tajhotels.com

"Good experience with hotel stay and food was good service was good good

experience with group location is good Like to visit againfor conference and

personal stay. good place Hotel service and food was good. Cool and calm

atmosphere Good..."

9.Oritel Service Apartments

Price: Rs. Upto 6,000

Ranked: 9 Of 735

Ratings: 5.26/7 (106 Reviews)

Address: D.P. Road No.2

Near Tata Symphony

Andheri (E), Mumbai

Phone: 022-28475656

Website: Www.oritel.biz

"I have experienced a pleasant stay with my colleagues. Whenever we come to

Mumbai either for personal visits or official work, i prefer to stay at Orietel l only.

Thanks for the Best in class service with affordable price. In the crowd of

Mumbai,..."

10.JW Marriot Hotel

Price: Rs. 10,500 - 17,500

Ranked: 10 Of 735

Ratings: 6.13/7 (75 Reviews)

Address: Juhu Tara Road

Juhu Beach

Mumbai

Phone: 022-66933000

Website: Www.marriott.com

"this is destination of evening or night of many celebraties of bollywood and

Famous persons of Mumbai. Great big lobby and restaurent, it is the only place

in mumbai where you can get food even at verylate night. always have a feeling

of richness..."

Best way to travel from Delhi to Mumbai

Mumbai is located at a distance of 1157 from Delhi. Mumbai, also called the Financial Capital is

well-connected to Delhi by air, rail and road. However, the best way to reach Mumbai from Delhi

is by flight. The flight distance between the two cities is 1163 km and it takes around 1 hour 30

minutes to cover this distance. Almost all airlines like Indigo, SpiceJet, Jet lite and Air India have

daily flights operating from Delhi to Mumbai

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Mumbai weather

Best Season / Best Time to Visit Mumbai

Mumbai, the capital city of Maharashtra experiences a tropical, wet climate. Being a coastal

area, the city experiences high humidity with moderate temperatures, which remain fairly

constant throughout the year. The city has an average temperature of 27º Celsius.

The months from March to May are considered as summer in Mumbai and the temperature

remains between 25º Celsius to 35º Celsius. The weather during these months is quite humid,

though the evenings are pleasant as compared to the day. A light sea breeze can be

experienced during the evenings and night which makes the heat bearable. The months of April

and May are usually the hottest and most humid, with temperature often going as high as 35º

Celsius.

Mumbai received a very healthy monsoon and almost every year the city experiences its share

of monsoon floods. Monsoon starts around June and continues till September. During this time

the city receives heavy showers. The average annual rainfall that the city gets is around 2200

mm and July is often the wettest month, receiving the maximum rainfall.

The months between October to December is considers as the post-monsoon season. During

this time the monsoon recedes and the weather remains dry and pleasant. The temperature

gradually goes down with the month of November experiencing sunny days and warm, pleasant

nights.

The city experiences winter between December and February and during this time the average

temperature remains between 15º Celsius to 25º Celsius. Although never too cold due to its

close proximity to the sea, the city does enjoy does have the occasional chilly days brought in

by the cold northern winds.

The winter months of December to February is the best season to visit the city. Apart from this

being the festive season, during this time the weather is pleasant and temperatures

comfortable. The monsoons completely recede by this time and the weather is dry and clear

with moderate temperatures and a pleasant breeze.