Mumbai


by Makemytrip - Date: 2007-05-03 - Word Count: 484 Share This!

The hub of India and a favourite amongst foreigners from all parts of the world, Mumbai formerly known as Bombay is the capital of the state of Maharashtra and the most populous city of India . This commercial and entertainment capital boasts of housing important financial institutions like the Reserve Bank of India , the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India. It is also home to India 's largest film industry popularly known as Bollywood. This melting pot of numerous cultures and communities is a hot favourite and flourishes in the tourism sector. Being a tourist friendly city, women can travel here alone at nearly any time of the night considering the roads are never empty and it could also be called the city that never sleeps, in this part of the world. The lands here are shared by all classes in society along with domestic animals. The harmony here is a sight. Also, well known for its nightlife, Bombay invites its citizens and guests for a rollicking time at nights in a variety of cheap and elaborate clubs, bars and discos. The inhabitants of the city, commonly known as Bombayites know how to work hard and party harder. Common attractions in the city include the long stretch of sea in town called Marine Drive popular amongst college students and couples which finishes with Chowpatty Beach at one end. There is also the Gateway of India which is the most recognisable symbol of the city, the Elephanta Caves and the Sanjay Gandhi National Park which is situated in the city itself. It is an easy city to get around in at any time of the day or night and the people are helpful, always ready to lend a helping hand. Mumbai, one of the most sought after destinations of the world!

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