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Gateway of India
One of the famous landmark of Mumbai, the Gateway was built to
commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. The
monument has important historical importance, as the last British
troops that left India by sea, marched through it. The Gateway
consists of a central hall with great archways, and side halls which
can accommodate around 600 people.
The Prince of Wales Museum
Built in the year 1914, this is one of the best museum in the
country. The museum has the large collection of art, sculpture, rare
coins, old firearms and a priceless miniature paintings.

Marine Drive
The famous road located along the seaside, runs from Nariman Point to
Malabar Hills. With high buildings on one side and beautiful sea on
the other, it was once called as Queen's necklace.
Malabar Hill
Malabar
Hill is the posh colony of the city. It is famous for its colonial
buildings and tall apartments. Malabar Hill has the Chief Minister's
residences and state guest house. The cool winds and spectacular view
of the surroundings is a major attraction.
Juhu Beach
The world famous beach stretching over 5 Kms, offers the spectacular
view of the sea. The beach is famous for camel and pony rides,
acrobats and performing monkeys. The vendors sell the Bhelpuri and
other eating items on the beach.
Hanging Gardens
Hanging gardens was built in the early 1880, atop the Malabar Hills.
The garden provide splendour view of the setting sun over the Arabian
Sea.
Kamla Nehru Park
Situated at the top of Malabar Hills, this park is close to the
Marine Drive. The attractions of the park include 'Old Woman's Shoe',
well maintained hazes and spacious walkaways. The park offer the
spectacular view of the surroundings and the sunset.

Jain Temple
The temple located on the Malabar Hills, is visited by a large number
of devotees as well as tourists. The frescoes of the temple depict
many events of 24 Jain Tirthankaras. The temple has a nicely decorated
black marble shrine.
Siddhivinayak Temple
Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the temple lies in the Prabha Devi area.
The temple houses a black stone idol of Ganesh. Hundreds of devotees
visit the temple everyday.
Excursions
Elephanta Caves
The
caves are UNESCO World Heritage Site. An interesting boat ride of
about an hour from the Gateway of India, takes one to the forested
island of Elephanta. The caves has rock carvings dedicated to Lord
Shiva.
Essel World
Located near Mumbai this is the perfect place for vacations. The
first and foremost amusement park is situated on Gorai Islands. Essel
World spreads over 64 acres of green lands, offer exciting rides,
games and tourist attractions. The Water kingdom of Essel World is
considered to bes the largest of its king in Asia.
Matheran
Matheran is a small hill station located near Mumbai. The hill resort
is the ideal place for the weekend far away from the busy city life.
Matheran is only hill station of the country where motor vehicles are
not allowed to maintain its fresh environment and beauty.

How to Reach Mumbai
Mumbai is well connected by Air, Rail and Road to rest of the
country.
Air : Santacruz and Sahar are the main airports of
Mumbai. The flights are available for domestic and international
destinations. The Domestic airlines operate flights to and from Delhi,
Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad etc.
Rail : Mumbai is the headquarters of central and
western railway zones. The main railway station in Mumbai Chattrapati
Shivaji Terminus (CST), Dadar, Churchgate and Kurla. The trains are
available from these station to major cities of the country.
Road : Highways and good roads connect Mumbai with
major cities of the country. The BEST (Bombay Electric Supply &
Transport Undertaking) and private operators operates buses within the
city as well as outside the city. The distance of some important
tourist places from Mumbai are Elephanta Caves (9 Kms), Kanheri Caves
(142 Kms), Lonawala (101 Kms), Nasik (185 Kms), Pune (163 Kms) and
Surat (313 Kms) etc.

Where to Stay in Mumbai
The city is dotted with several hotels, which offer a pleasant stay
to guests. There a many hotels range from Deluxe, Star to economic
hotel according to the requirements of the tourists.
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Hotels in Mumbai
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