| Area : | 3,07,713 sq km |
| Population : | 96,752,247 |
| Capital : | Mumbai |
| Languages : | Marathi, Hindi, English. |
| Best Season : | September to April (coast); September to mid-June(hills). |
Mumbai is a city that never sleeps. This is the most ideal place for the people who want to feel fresh young and rejuvenated. Brimming 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.
The major sights of the city are the Gateway of India – a 262 ft high gateway of overlooking the sea, built to commemorate the visit of king George V and queen Mary in 1911. Also visit Rajabai Clock Tower, the high in the Gothic architectural style, Hanging Gardens, the Aquarium and Marine Drive (also known) as "Queens Necklace". The street lights shinning like jewels at night.
Reaching Mumbai :
Air : Ahmedabad, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhopla, Bhubaneswar, Calcutta, Calicut, Chennai, Cochin, Delhi, Goa, Gwalior, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kathmandu, Lucknow, Madurai, Patna, Trivandrum, Udaipur, Varanasi, Vishakapatnam.
Rail : Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Madras, Cochin, Delhi, Gwalior, Jhansi, Calcutta, Trivandrum, Varanasi.
Road : One can easily reach Mumbai by road from the neighbouring states.
Sightseeing in Mumbai -
The Gateway of India : The ceremonial arch was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. Complete with four turrets and intricate latticework carved into the yellow basalt stone, Gateway of India is the most famous monument and starting point for most tourists who want to explore the city. It is situated on the Apollo Bunder.
Elephanta Island : Elephanta Cave Island - 10 Kms across Mumbai harbour is a small island called Elephanta or Gharpure. It contains a fine cluster of 6th-8th century rock cut caves. The sculptures are beatifully executed and the most outstanding of these is the Mahesmurthy or Trimurthi, a five metre (18 ft) high three headed bust hewn from a single rock. Representing the three aspects of Shiva, viz. The creator. The preserver and the destroyer.
Prince of Wales Museum : Built in 1914, the Prince of Wales Museum is surrounded by a beautiful landscape making an ideal getaway from the busy lifestyle of the city. One of the best museums in the country, it is a treasure house of art, sculpture, china, rare coins, and old firearms. It also houses priceless collection of miniature paintings.
Marine Drive : Overlooking the Marine Drive are the beautiful Kamala Nehru Park and the Hanging Gardens. This is one most ideal place to hangout in the evening.
Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus : Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus is an imposing structure formerly known as Victoria Terminus. Built in 1888, designed by Frederick William Stevenson, the entire façade is covered by sculpture of animals and birds.
Best Time to Visit : Though one can visit Mumbai round the year, October to March is the most perfect time to visit.
STD/ISD Codes -
If dialing from India to Mumbai : 022 (number)
If dialing from outside India to Mumbai : +91-22 (number)
Shopping in Mumbai -
Shopping in Mumbai is a memorable experience as you wander through its Bazaars with striking names like Chor Bazar, Mutton Street and Zaveri Bazar. At Chor Bazar you`ll find a phenomenal collection of antiques, jewellery, wooden articles, leatherware and general bric-a-brac.
