Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra is situated on the west coast of India, facing the Arabian Sea. Also known as the commercial capital of India, Mumbai holds a special place in the list of world’s top ten commercial centers in terms of global financial flow. Popular as the entertainment and financial capital, Mumbai is referred to as the “City of Dreams”. The city might not have as many historical monuments as the rest of India, but its diversity compensates for everything else. From Beaches to Bollywood, the city is famed for some really popular things in India. The city welcomes you with an open heart, and it is more than just beaches that Mumbai offers.
Tourist Attractions One of the most prized possessions of Mumbai is the Gateway of India constructed in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. The looming Gateway is designed to be the first thing that visitors see when approaching Mumbai by boat. Opposite to this beautiful landmark of Mumbai also stands a statue of Shivaji that has a historical significance. Shivaji was a king who resorted to guerilla warfare so that his Maratha Empire could be established.
Another great attraction is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus that is visited by millions of people. This terminus was also built during the British rule and the construction of the same started in 1787 that went on till 1887. The architecture of this terminus is highly inspired by Victorian Gothic styles and it is one of the first to be set up in Mumbai.
Kala Ghoda, meaning "Black Horse" in reference to a statue that was once located there, is Mumbai's cultural center. Home to Mumbai's best art galleries and museums, this site is another famous spot to visit. It's also filled with cultural spaces, including some wonderful pavement galleries.
Fairs and Festivals The most common festivals celebrated in Mumbai are Dusshera, Moharram, Shivratri, Christmas, Budha Purnima etc. Mumbai has a great section of Parsi population and hence the Parsi New Year is celebrated with great passion. Ganesh Chaturthi is the major festival of Mumbai which lasts for ten days and is held during August-September. This festival is seen as a truly feisty celebration of the people of Mumbai.
One of the most prominent cultural events in Mumbai, Kala Ghoda festival is organised by the Kala Ghoda Association. This cultural feast celebrates varied art forms, including music, dance, theatre etc., and also involves seminars and workshops related to arts.
People, Culture and Food People here are warm and friendly. Being an integral part of the state of Maharashtra, Marathi is the official language of the city. Although the city is full of endless spots offering different cuisines, the most popular among the locals are, Vada Pav, Bhel Puri, Batata Vada and Coconu.
How to Reach Mumbai By Air - Mumbai is reachable through several flights. Mumbai's international terminal is the Sahar International Airport, renamed as Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
By Train - The headquarters of both Western and Central Railways lie in Mumbai. This city is connected massively via railways.
By Road - Mumbai is perfectly connected by a road network to the rest of India. The city's public bus system BEST is one of the most efficient bus systems.
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