| Situated on the Arabian Sea, at the very western | | | | Park, which serves as a necessary sanctuary for |
| edge of India's subcontinent, lies the country's | | | | breathable air in the north of Mumbai. Make sure |
| most populous and prosperous metropolis. | | | | to catch Bombay's famous prowling leopards |
| Mumbai, formerly Bombay until 1995, is a massive | | | | during your visit. There are also many walking and |
| island city bursting with life at every turn. Mumbai | | | | boating tours available as a means to experience |
| is home to the Hindi film and television industry, | | | | the city. This is the best way to get your initial |
| also known as Bollywood, and offers hundreds of | | | | bearings and learn the general history and |
| movie houses including the largest IMAX dome in | | | | architectural background of Mumbai/Bombay. |
| Asia. | | | | A Bombay Treasure Island |
| Travelers to Mumbai may find themselves struck | | | | The Mumbai municipality is a literal treasure hunt |
| by the incredible disparity in wealth and lifestyle | | | | for the adventurous explorer. Centuries of history |
| among the island's inhabitants; however, most | | | | are written in the architecture, museums, bazaars |
| travelers will also notice a general friendly cheer | | | | and personal accounts littered all about the lively |
| during their daily excursions. Almost all of Mumbai's | | | | neighborhoods. St. Thomas' Cathedral is a |
| population is not native to the island, which | | | | reminder of the British rule in Bombay and also |
| creates an eclectic mix of ethnicities, beliefs, | | | | the oldest English building in the city. The |
| cuisine and culture that has encouraged | | | | remarkable contrast of the whitewashed church |
| acceptance among most of the people. | | | | against the detailed and ornate backdrop of |
| Mumbai from the Outside | | | | Mumbai is a noteworthy sight. Visit the Prince of |
| Mumbai has one of the most heavily traveled | | | | Wales Museum, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj |
| ports in India, making the large Bombay | | | | Museum, and discover ancient remnants of |
| metropolis India's commercial and financial capital. | | | | Maharashtra while inside an architectural landmark |
| Visit the spectacular Gateway of India, the | | | | set among splendid gardens. |
| magnificent basalt structure built for King George | | | | Mumbai, and certainly all of India, is the place to |
| V and Queen Mary in 1911 that greets nearly all | | | | be your adventurous self. Once you touch down |
| travelers arriving in Mumbai by boat. From here | | | | on the tarmac in Mumbai, indulge your senses in |
| you can catch a ferry to Elephanta Island to | | | | the flavors of curry, the treats of street |
| witness the most famous and intricate cave | | | | vendors, and the delicacy of fresh sweet pastry. |
| temples of Maharashtra. For people watching, | | | | Expand your senses and stretch your mind in a |
| head down to the Marine Drive Chowpatty and | | | | yoga class or meditation session, many of which |
| enjoy the beach breezes, shop the street-side | | | | are open to the public. This is your opportunity to |
| vendors and get yourself a relaxing head | | | | discover the most unique and welcoming city in |
| massage. | | | | India, dive in! |
| Within the city limits lies Sanjay Gandhi National | | | | |