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A city with well-known architectural beauties like the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and the World One skyscraper set against the natural harbour of the Konkan coast, Mumbai is the capital of Maharashtra, India. It has now become one of the biggest melting pots in the world, boasting an ever-increasing population that is attracted by both the sights and business opportunities available here. Seeing all it has to offer may seem like a daunting task, but you are sure to find something to your liking in this megalopolis.

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A complex tangle of cultures and creeds, the financial capital of India is a hub of activity. Get a flavourful sample of the country's food by visiting Crawford Market, experience a journey through the life of one of the most influential men in India at the Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, and visit a fortune teller after a pony ride at Chowpatty Beach. Historical sites are located throughout the city, boasting ancient caves and temples while the city itself, with its bustling daily life and luxurious retail shops and restaurants, is an experience in itself.

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Gateway of India

The iconic Gateway of India overlooks the Arabic Sea and dominates the port with its majestic figure. Built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911, it is now a major draw for tourists thanks to the bustle filled with vendors and street food.

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

A historic railway station and UNESCO heritage, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus blends the designs of a British architect with the expertise of Indian craftsmen, giving this construction a peculiar Victorian Gothic style. It also comes equipped with seven platforms for suburban trains and eleven for long-distance ones.

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Flora Fountain at Hutatma Chowk

Located in the heart of the business district, Flora Fountain is a popular Mumbai landmark built in 1864, and it has become a heritage structure. Made of Portland marble, its namesake is the Roman Goddess of Flowers and the Season of Spring.

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Dhobi Ghat

Dhobi Ghat, the world's largest laundromat with workers bent over piles of clothes and a pungent scent of soap mixed with smoke, is still a reality in Mumbai. Thousand of clothes pass through the 700 stone washing platforms every day and are hung on intricate dry lines, in a colourful show that is one of a kind.

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Elephanta Caves

Located on Elephanta Island, the 5th-8th century ancient caves are a nice option for a day trip. The network of rock-carved caves is an important world heritage site, boasting sculptures of Trimurti and Gangadhara, being associated to the cult of Lord Shiva.

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Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum (Gandhi’s House)

Architect of a form of non-violent civil disobedience, Gandhi was a spiritual and political leader whose influence stirred a nation, if not the world. The Gandhi Museum, once the house of the man who defined modern India, now preserves his memory by showing, every now and again, films about Gandhi and his speeches and guarding a library partly dedicated to his importance.

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Population:	City: 17 million (2024) Metropolitan area: 26 million (2024)
Currency:	Indian Rupee (INR)
Emergency Numbers:	Police: 100 Fire Brigade: 101 Ambulance: 102
Newspapers:	The Times of India: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com Hindustan Times: www.hindustantimes.com
Opening Hours:	Shops in Mumbai are generally open from 10am to 8:30pm, depending on the area, with some shops staying open longer. General banking hours are Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm, and from 9am to 1pm on Saturday.
Tourist Information:	India Tourism, Mumbai Uttara Road, Nariman Point, Mumbai +91 22 2202 3145 Opening hours: Mon–Fri 9:30am–6pm