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Mumbai

 Capital of Maharashtra : Mumbai
Travel Attractions : Gateway Of India , Ajanta And Ellora Caves , Marine Drive.
Languages Spoken : Marathi
Best Time To Visit : September To April (Coastal Regions) And September To Mid-June (Hill Stations)

Mumbai, previously known as Bombay, is the most populous city in India. Mumbai is considered as the financial capital of India is also one of the leading travel destinations of the world. The city welcomes tourists with a large number of tourist places. The list of Mumbai tourist places includes Gateway of India, Town Hall, University buildings, Chowpatty Beach and Juhu Beach.

Upon arrival from Delhi Airport, hotel representatives will pick you from Mumbai airport and assist you with all travel and accommodation needs. After getting refreshed, our tour starts to Gateway of India.

Gateway of India is one of the most splendid monuments of Maharashthra. The structural design of the Gateway of India comprises a huge arch. It is approximately 26 m in height. The entire structure has been constructed using yellow basalt and non-breakable concrete. It has been constructed as per the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture.

The next place to be visited is the Bombay High court. It is one of the oldest and chartered High courts in the country. Flanked by two octagonal towers in the west there is a huge tower in the center. The top of the Bombay High Court building stands decorated with the statues of Justice and Mercy.

The next destination is Victoria Terminus. It is the city’s most profligate Gothic building which looks much more lavish than something as mundane as a transport depot. Victoria Terminus is also called as Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus.

A visit to the Mumbai University will let you know that it is not only known for outstanding programs and faculty, but it is also famous for its exquisite architectural style.

Mumbai University

Mumbai Gateway

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Capital of Maharashtra: Mumbai, the capital, can well claim to be (after Kolkata) the second cultural centre of India. Also known as the First city of India, it is one of the world's truly great cosmopolitan metropolises. Being the economic powerhouse of India Mumbai is the most affluent and industrialised city in the country today. Its tradition of glamour and showbiz makes it the city of dreams. Lively and pulsating, Mumbai is India's answer to Hollywood, producing more films each year than any other county in the world. It is also the centre of a healthy theatre culture.

Originally, the city was a place of seven islands, which Colaba, Fort, Byculla, Parel, worli, Matungs and Mahim. At present the Greater Mumbai extends into a single Mumbai extends into a single large land mass. Mumbai's major sightseeing interests include Gateway of India, Bombay High Court, Victoria Terminus, and countless others.

Basically Mumabai belongs to the international culture. A lot of western influence over many Decades has managed to smooth out the cultural differences of the local people and pop music and disco-culture prevail above all. Open spaces in this crowded city include Chowpatty, Marine Drive and Juhu beach.

History of Maharashtra: Maharashtra is the land of legendary warriors, full of history and adventure. Maharashtra enters recorded history in the 2nd BC, with the construction of its first Buddhist caves. Maharashtra also played a key role during the freedom struggle with strong connections to Gandhi and the Indian National Congress.

A large area of the Maharashtra state rests on high plateau, historically the main centre of the Maratha Empire, which successfully defied the might of the Mughals under the fearless rule of Chhatrapati Shivaji, who is still an immortal legend here, his memories alive in the many forts scattered across the countryside. Many of the inland and coastal forts of Maharashtra are a legacy of Shivaji's rule.

Povadas are Marathi ballads that describe the events in the life of Shivaji. They are very popular in Maharashtra and Maharashtrians highly respect this great hero and remember him through these ballads.