Mumbai

Mumbai that has the nick name of the Alpha World City has Ulhas River in its proximity and it covers some part of the Salsette Island. In the western side of this city, you find the vast expanse of Arabian Sea. Possessing tropical climate and filled with the modern and contemporary features that a cosmopolitan city usually consists of, Mumbai is one of the most frequented as well as populated cities of India.

A combination of seven islands including the Colaba, Mazagaon, Bombay, Worli, Parel, Mahim and Old Woman’s Island form this exceeding mesmerizing city. The eminent Haji Ali Dargah that dates back to the 15th entury is situated in Mumbai.

In addition to the above-mentioned information about Mumbai, we would also like to tell you about the architecture of the city. On sifting through the buildings of the city, one can easily notice the tints of Gothic as well Indo-Saraccenic architecture all inclusive in the city, with buildings of the contemporary style forming an exception. Over all, the Mumbai City is extremely hip and completely inviting for a tourist.

Facility

• Drool over the exotic fun at Essel World
• Go for cruising that start from Gateway of India.
• Stroll over the sands of Juhu Beach.
• Try out the famous Bhelpuri at Chowpati Beach.

 

When it comes to tourist attractions in and around Mumbai, there are several places that come to mind. An array of museums as well as galleries is in plenty here. You have the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya as well as the National Gallery of Modern Art that are there to amuse you. Among the galleries, you have the Jehagir Art Gallery showcasing splendid art work.

In Mumbai, there exists an amazing and peaceful place, well known with the name of Global Vipassana Pagoda. It consists of a huge meditation ground where approximately eight thousand people can sit together and meditate at one time. Another religious attraction of Mumbai is the renowned Siddhivinayak Temple.

One can also head towards the Sanjay Gandhi National Park or decide to explore the Kanheri Caves that are approximately two millenniums old.

Elephanta Caves

Elephanta caves are divided into two bunches of caves. The bigger group situated on the western side include five caves that are together well known as Hindu Sculptures. Among the five caves, you have the main cave, known as the Shiva Cave. Another cave is of God Shiva and Goddess Parvati, seated on Kailash. The third cave shows the images of Trimurti, Gangadhara and Ardhanarishvara. The fourth Cave delineates the slaughter of Andhaka by Lord Shiva along with the joyous portrait of Lord Shiva marrying Goddess Parvati. The fifth cave presents you with the image of Yogishwara and Nataraja.

Arounf Elephanta Caves, there are various other alluring caves delineating the sculptures of sun, moon, tiger of Goddess Vaghesheri. You also come across the Sitabai’s temple and cave. In the proximity of this cave, you also find Buddhist cisterns.

 

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