Mumbai (formerly Bombay) is the capital of Maharashtra, located on the west coast of India. Mumbai, the financial capital of India, attracts a lot of tourists. Mumbai is also called the gateway of India. Mumbai is situated on the west coast of India. It is a part of the seven islands of the Arabian Sea, hence it is also called the city of seven islands. Mumbai is generally situated on seven islands namely Colaba, Mazagaon, Old Woman Island, Wadala, Mahim, Parel and Matunga-Sion. Due to the pleasant weather throughout the year, Mumbai is the perfect place for tourists to visit at any time.
Gateway of India
Gateway of India is a very famous place in Mumbai. It is located near Apollo Bunder. It was designed by George Wittet. Boat service is also available for tourists to visit the sea near this entrance. The Gateway of India, located in Colaba, Mumbai, is 26 meters (85 ft) tall. Boats leave for Elephanta Island from here. Lakhs of people come every year to see the Gateway of India.
Haji Ali
Haji Ali's dargah is situated on a small island near Worli beach in Mumbai. This dargah holds special religious significance for both the Muslim and Hindu communities. It is also an important religious and tourist destination of Mumbai. This dargah is built on a small island, about 400 meters from the main road. There is a bridge from the main road to reach the dargah. The footpath is the only way to enter the dargah. Due to the sea on both sides of the bridge, this route becomes quite picturesque. The view of the dargah is spectacular when viewed from the shore during sunset.
Hotel Taj
The five-star hotel Taj Mahal is located in Colaba, Mumbai, near the Gateway of India. Hotel Taj is the biggest landmark of the city and one of the best hotels in India. This hotel was built in 1903 by JN Tata. The Taj Hotel is considered the pride of Mumbai. This hotel also remains the center of tourist attraction.
Hengig Garden
Hanging Garden is also known as Ferozeshah Mehta Garden. This garden, located on the top of the Malavar hill, was built in 1881 AD. This garden is built over three reservoirs. The special attraction of the garden is the beautiful bushes cut in the shape of animals. The view of the sunset over the Arabian Sea from this garden is very beautiful.
Juhu Chowpatty
This beach is the most famous beach of Mumbai. It is an integral part of life in Mumbai. This beach is also very famous as a tourist destination. This beach is very big which extends from Santacruz to Veli-Parle. The beach is very crowded on Saturdays and Sundays. Snake charmers and swings are also found at Chowpatty Beach. Chowpatty is very famous for the special Bhel-Puri and Chaat.
Mahalaxmi Temple
Mahalaxmi Temple is one of the most ancient religious places in Mumbai. By the sea b. This temple located on Desai Marg is the main center of faith of lakhs of people. The idols of three goddesses Mahalakshmi, Mahakali and Mahasaraswati are present together in the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. All the three idols have been decorated with gold ornaments. Every devotee who comes here believes that the mother will definitely fulfill their every wish. The temple was built in 1831 by a Hindu businessman named Dhakji Dadaji. Mahalaxmi temple is visible from Haji Ali because of being on the sea shore.
Marine Drive
Marine Drive is a C-shaped six-lane concrete road along the Arabian Sea coast, constructed in the 1920s. Marine Drive is in the area from Nariman Point along the Arabian Sea to Malabar Hill via Chowpatty. The street-lights on the spectacular curve of Marine Drive twinkle at night, earning it the name of the Queen's Necklace. Marine Drive looks very beautiful at night when viewed from high rise buildings. Most of the tourists from all over the world are seen strolling on Marine Drive. The special attraction here is the rising and falling waves of the sea.
Mumba Devi Temple
There are many places of interest in Mumbai, one of which is the Mumba Devi Temple. The name of Mumbai itself is derived from the name of Mumba Aai i.e. Mumba Mata in Marathi. The temple dedicated to Mumba Devi is situated at Babulnath near the sandy banks of Chowpatty. Mumba Devi Temple is about 400 years old. Aarti is performed six times daily in the temple. Tuesday is considered auspicious here. Here coins are nailed on the Kathwa (wooden) kept here to ask for a vow. There is a huge crowd of devotees.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus was earlier known as Victoria Terminus. Built in the Gothic style, this huge building looks more like a palace than a railway station. It was designed by Frederick Stevens and completed in 1887. The building is decorated with sculptures of monkeys, peacocks and lions, domes of different sizes, minarets and stained glass windows. A large statue of Queen Victoria is placed in front of the building. Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus by its short name V.T. or CST more popular than In 2004, this station was declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.
Bandra-Worli Sea Bridge
The Bandra-Worli Samudra Setu (officially Rajiv Gandhi Sagar Setu) is an 8-lane cable-stayed concrete bridge. It connects Bandra to the western and southern (Worli) suburbs of Mumbai and is the first phase of the Western-Island Highway system. The bridge was inaugurated on 30 June 2009, but opened to the public from midnight on 1 July 2009. With the construction of this five and a half kilometer long bridge, the travel time between Bandra and Worli has come down from 45 minutes to just 6-8 minutes. This setu is the first bridge of its kind in Mumbai and India.
Maharashtra
Maharashtra is a state located in the western region of India. It is the second-most populous state in the country and home to the financial capital of Mumbai. Maharashtra is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and thriving film industry. The state has a mix of rural and urban areas, and its official language is Marathi.Maharashtra is one of the wealthiest states in India and has a diverse economy, with industries ranging from agriculture to information technology. The state is also home to several important cultural and historical landmarks, including the Ajanta and Ellora caves and the ancient city of Pune.
Mumbai
Mumbai, known as the city of Bombay in some era, is today the economic capital of India and the largest metropolis in the country. The city is the main shelter of Bollywood personalities. There are many seas. In the glare of modernity, Nahai Mumbai"s skyscraper, luxury hotley is famous all over the country.Mumbai is one of the largest and most densely populated cities in the world. Mumbai is the largest city and capital of Maharashtra formerly known as Bombay, the most populous city in India and the fifth most populous city in the world, the city is often nicknamed Manhattan in India, many empires like Maurya, Chalukya and Rashtrakuta have made their mark.