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Victoria Terminus (Shivaji Terminus)
Victoria Terminus holds the distinction of being declared a World Heritage Site by the World Heritage Committee of UNESCO, in the year 2004. The terminus has been built as per the Venetian Gothic style of architecture and dates back to the year 1888. Its architectural style also reflects the influence of traditional Indian architecture. One can find the interiors of the terminus adorned with wood carving, tiles, ornamental iron and brass railings, etc. There are also grills for the ticket offices and railing for the grand staircases. The terminal was built over 10 years, starting in 1878, according to a High Victorian Gothic design based on late medieval Italian models. Its remarkable stone dome, turrets, pointed arches and eccentric ground plan are close to traditional Indian palace architecture. It is an outstanding example of the meeting of two cultures, as British architects worked with Indian craftsmen to include Indian architectural tradition and idioms thus forging a new style unique to Bombay.
Gateway of india	Top^
Gateway Of India is of greater historical importance. The historical building of Gateway Of India is one of the best example of colonial architectural heritage in India. Opened since 1924, the Gateway Of India acted for years as the gateway to visitors coming from foreign countries. Building of the Gateway Of India was started in 1911 to commemorate the visit of the King George V, and Queen Mary to Mumbai in the same year. Today, the monument has become one of the most important historical monuments of the Mumbai. The two of the most famous hotels of Mumbai, Taj Mahal Palace and Taj Intercontinental, are located close to the gateway, being another important reason to make the place popular.
Versova Beach	Top^
Versova Beach is counted amongst the popular attractions of the Mumbai city of India. It is situated towards the north of Juhu Beach and comes under the district of Greater Mumbai. Infact, Versova Beach is regarded as an extension of Juhu only, with only a creek separating the two. The lashing waves of the Arabian Sea add noise to this otherwise silent beach during daytime. The best time to visit this amazing beach is between September and May. Though it is thronged throughout the year, this particular period witnesses exceptional rush. This is because in these months, the humidity is at its lowest level in Bombay. The cool breeze that kisses your cheek at the Versova Beach further adds to the pleasure. The beach also serves as home to Koli community - the largest fishing community of the city. One of the best times in the day to visit it is early in the morning, when you will see fishermen ready to go into the sea.
Chowpatty beach	Top^
Chowpatty beach is among the most frequently visited beaches in Mumbai. Situated at the top end of Marine Drive, It is the only beach in the central part of Mumbai. Feel lucky to witness the annual thread-tying ceremony and Nariel Purnima at Chowpatty Beach in Mumbai. Here the idols of Ganesha are immersed on the last day of Ganesh Chaturthi. Chowpatty Beach in Mumbai is also famous for a huge line of stalls, selling Bhelpuri, Kulfi and Paan. The shooting galleries, snake charmers, monkey trainers, balloon sellers and masseurs- enjoy all of these at Chowpatty Beach in Mumbai.
Juhu beach	Top^
Juhu Beach is spread across a stretch of 6 kms up north in Juhu-Vile Parle area of western suburbs in Mumbai. Juhu Beach is a bourgeois paradise, filled to the gills with screaming children, families, courting couples and adolescents. Located 18-kms north of the city centre, it's a major holiday beach on the shores of Arabian Sea. Juhu is one of the posh localities of Mumbai and where one can find bungalows of the famous Bollywood film stars. It's also a favourite shooting spot among the filmmakers and one may witness film shootings in and around this area are also held over here.
Ajanta Ellora cave	Top^
Ajanta Caves : Lying deep within the Sahyadri hills, cut into the curved mountain side, above the Waghora river, are the awesome Ajanta group of caves, captivating tourists from all over. It was only in the 19th century, when a group of British officers on a tiger hunt discovered this artistry of yore. The caves at Ajanta depict the story of Buddhism, spanning the period from 200 BC to 650 AD. Ellora Caves : The Ellora caves, 34 in number, are carved into the sides of a basaltic hill, 30 kms from Aurangabad. The finest specimens of cave - temple architecture, they house elaborate facades and exquisitely adorned interiors. These structures representing the three faiths of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism, were carved during the 350 AD to 700 AD period.
Aurangabad caves	Top^
Aurangabad was founded in 1610, on the site of a village, Khirki by Malik Ambar - the Prime Minister of Murtaza Nizam Shah II. Aurangabad was an important seat of the Mughal Empire for a short period. Thus, the city has many monuments speaking volumes about the grandeur of the Mughal architecture. Take a travel trip to important monument sites at Aurangabad, Bibi-Ka-Maqbara, Panchakki, Himroo factory and Aurangabad caves are most important among them. There are many Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu temples also located in this region. Apart from these historical structures, the city is also famous for its close proximity with world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora and for its silk and cotton textiles.
Marine Drive	Top^
Marine Drive is a perfect place for enjoyment and relaxation. This 'C' shaped area is 3 km long and is located in Mumbai south. Marine Drive adjacent to the Arabian sea comprises 6 lanes running along the sea coast. The Marine drive is a naturally formed bay on the Arabian sea. At the northern end of Mumbai Marine drive lies the famous Chowpatty Beach where a wide variety of snacks and tasty food is available to the strolling visitors. The Promenade also known by the name of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road, is a major attraction of Marine drive Mumbai. The Promenade is lined with beautiful palm trees that enhance the beauty of the place. The visitors can enjoy the wonderful views of the setting sun at twilight.
Elephanta caves	Top^
Elephanta caves, situated on Gharapuri Islands 15 miles from the Gateway of India in Mumbai, dates back to 6th century A.D. It is famous for the statues of Shiva and Parvati. The most striking statue of Trimurti, Shiva in the three moods as the Creator, the Destroyer and the Preserver is a masterpiece by itself. It was the Portuguese who named the caves The Elephanta caves after the statue of an elephant which is seen close to landing area. Many of the carved figures have been unfortunately destroyed by Portuguese iconoclast. Yet the sublime beauty of these sculptures remains intact. These caves are dedicated to Lord Shiva and consist of affluent sculptures.
Crawford Market	Top^
Named after Bombay's first municipal commissioner, Arthur Crawford, the Crawford Market is at the northern end of the old British part of the town, and faces the crowded inner city. An elegant covered market, it dominates the skyline with its clock tower and steeple. The cavernous spaces inside are divided into sections for fruits, vegetables and meat. The building, completed in 1869, was donated to the city by Cowasji Jehangir. The friezes on the outside walls and the stone fountains inside were designed by Lockwood Kipling. It was the main wholesale market for fruits in Bombay until March 1996, when the wholesale traders were relocated to New Bombay.
HANGING GARDENS	Top^
Hanging Gardens also known as Ferozeshah Mehta Gardens are the perfectly manicured terraced gardens on the slopes of the Malabar Hill, just opposite the Kamala Nehru Park. Providing a calming view of Sunset over the Arabian Sea, the Hanging Gardens have been carved into the shapes of animals. The park, which was laid out in 1881 over Bombay's main reservoir, owes its name to the renowned barrister Pherozshah Mehta. The hanging gardens, parched on the slope of the Malabar Hills looks south from Malabar Hills, over Colaba. A unique feature of the Hanging Gardens is that the hedges are cut in shapes of different animals. Apart from that, there is a beautiful flower clock in the Hanging Gardens which also attracts a lot of people. The garden is built over three reservoirs that are pumped to supple the drinking water of the city.
MANI BHAvAN	Top^
The Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya is a quaint Gujarati-style house in Mumbai where Mahatma Gandhi lived from 1917 to 1934. The three-story home is now a Gandhi Museum that preserves the spirit of the man who put his nation before himself. On the terrace, a bronze plaque marks the site of the tent in which Gandhi was arrested in January 1932. He also used to sleep and say his prayers on this terrace. Inside the house is a library of Gandhi-related works (about 50,000 books and periodicals), as well as displays of photographs, posters, slogans, and other items that document and explain Gandhi's legendary life.
Shirdi	Top^
Shirdi is is a village north-east of Mumbai and has an extensive temple complex devoted to Shirdi Sai Baba. It is located by road on Ahmednagar-Manmad State Highway No.10 at 83 kilometres from Ahmednagar, and 15 kilometres from Kopargaon. This is the place where Sacred Body of Baba is resting in Samadhi. The articles handled by Baba are preserved & displayed here in a special showroom. All rituals consisting of Pooja. Abhishek & daily four Aratis are performed here. The Samadhi Mandir of Shri Sai Baba was actually owned by a millionaire from Nagpur and a famous Sai devotee Shreemant Gopalrao, also known as 'Butti Wada'.The first floor of the temple has the pictures depicting the life of the saint. The temple opens on 5 AM with morning prayers and close down at 10 PM with night prayers.
Film City	Top^
The Film city also known as Bollywood in the outskirts of Mumbai is famed for churning out thousands of well made Hindi feature films every year. The renowned film city of Mumbai started its journey in 1911 with the release of the first silent Indian feature film. The booming Bollywood industry constitutes of 250 studios in Mumbai alone. The film city the nerve centre of Indian film industry has played a pioneering role for producing some of the best art directions on celluloid. In recent times Bollywood films have attained international acclaim. The film city earlier a studio built by Dada Saheb Phalke was reshaped and reworked by the government later. Exotic locales are well integrated into this sprawling film city at Goregaon near the Aarey colony. The Masala movies produced by the film city have led to the nurturing of newer thoughts and ideas.
Flora Fountain	Top^
Flora Fountain is a stone fountain in South Mumbai. Located in the Fort business district, the splendid fountain was built in 1864. It was constructed by the Agri-Horticultural society of Western India and was carefully designed by R. Norman Shaw. Crafted out of imported Portland stone, Flora Fountain was erected at a total sum of Rs. 47,000. The Flora Fountain was erected by the Agri-Horticultural society of Western India. It was originally meant to be named after Sir Bartle Frere, then governor of Bombay. However, the name was changed before the fountain was unveiled. It stood in the center of the town as it then was, but now this area is the heart of the business district of the town. This is the very heart of Mumbai, circumscribed by stately colonial buildings standing like proud old sentinels of a bygone era.
Madh Island	Top^
Madh Island is another popular spot, which comes off surprisingly in the rural area of Mumbai's northwestern coast. It is dotted with the bungalows of the urban upper class. It has a reputation as a discreet place to throw beach parties and hold techno raves. Madh is lined by a series of unspoilt sandy beaches. The beaches are not particularly picturesque, strong currents and shifting sands make the sea too treacherous for swimming. The main reason to come here is to escape the urban environment, explore the fishing villages and enjoy a stroll along the seashore. Another attraction on Madh Island Beach is the Madh Fort also called Versova fort. It is believed that this fort was built by the Portuguese as a watchtower and later used as a training camp for cadets.
Lonavala	Top^
Lonavala is such a place where nature is present in all its splendor. Lonavala has become famous because of nature's gift. Lonavala has been blessed with valleys, hills, Milky Waterfalls, Lush Greenery and pleasant cool winds. This region full of natural beauty. Words are not enough to describe the beauty for this place. Lonavala provides a panoramic view of the lush green surroundings of the Sahyadri ranges. The peaceful environs of the town, which provides a great escape from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai city, attract tourists to this place. Travelers can take a walk along the waterfalls, the grassy abundance and hills in and around Lonavala. The mountainous terrain of Lonavala is ideal for trekking and hiking.
Tower of Silence	Top^
Tower of Silence don’t have Perfect definition of name, Just know as ‘Tower of Silence’ or Parsee Bawdi on top of Malabar hills surrounded at about 55 acres which is believed that after death, Body of the parsi people are sent to this Bavdi (Bawdi) a circular big structure like ‘Well’ which is consumed by Birds like Eagles and Vultures. It is a part of there tradition as they Believe that the death body should not spoil the environmental air, water or Soil by cremating in it. This place is also called as ‘Dakhma / Dokhma’ which denoted place for the dead. Recently it was found that the number of vultures has drop who help dead body decomposition process. The numbers, which is not good for parsi Zoroastrian community lead then and Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) to join there hands for vulture breeding centre at Sanjay Gandhi National Park (Borivali)
Kamla Nehru Park	Top^
Kamla Nehru park, located at the top of Malabar Hills is another site to visit in Mumbai. Overlooking the Marine Drive, the park houses "Old Woman's Shoe", wonderfully cut hazes and roomy walkaways. Moreover, the park also provides you a spectacular view of the city and the sunset. The Kamla Nehru park also makes a favourite gateway for the locals here. Sprawling over an area of 3300 sq meters on the top of Malabar Hills, Kamla Nehru Park provides panoramic views of the city, especially of the Queen’s Necklace and the Chowpatty Beach. The Kamla Nehru Park in Mumbai is a famous school picnic spot in Mumbai for its year round cool weather condition in contrast to the humid weather in rest of the Mumbai and the attractions for children like a shoe like structure, “Old Woman’s Shoe”. This old shoe structure amuses the kids to spend hours playing in it.
The Kanheri Caves	Top^
Kanheri Caves are rock cut caves situated in middle of lush green forest of Borivali National Park in the heart of mumbai, India. The path from National Park gate to Kanheri caves is a nice weekend getaway into nature in the heart of mumbai. In rainy season its a famous picnic place. Kanheri caves are artistic cut caves from rocks. Carved around 1 BC to 7 AD by Buddhist monks, they were a place for their stay. The caves are architectural wonders; some of the caves are huge and feature a huge 7 Meter Buddha statue. National park is a nice place to hike, trek, nature walk, bird watching and enjoy some good clean air.