10
Places you must visit in Mumbai
The financial capital, the film city, the diverse city or
simply call it “MUMBAI”. Apart from being the capital city of Maharashtra, Mumbai
is the city full of opportunities, diverse culture and great heritage. This is
the most populated city of the country with more than 6 crore population.
If are new in the city and want to hang out some really
cool places in Mumbai, below are given some really fascinating places you must
visit:
- Gateway of India
This is the best
place to start your trip in Mumbai. One of the popular monuments of the
country, was built to welcome the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to
the city. It is situated in Colaba, South Mumbai.
2. Elephanta Caves
Elephanta caves are situated on an island , known
for its interesting artwork and sculpture. It was declared UNESCO
World Heritage Site in 1987. You can visit this place by taking ferry from the Gateway
of India.
3. Banganga Tank
Banganga
Tank is one of the historical places of the city. Basically, it’s a water tank
with sacred value. Hindus believe that walking barefoot around the tank brings
purity in the human soul. This place is situated in Malabar hills.
4.Heritage Buildings
When you talk about heritage sites, Mumbai is
the first place in your mind because there are a large number of heritage sites
in the city that includes Prince of Wales Museum, Victoria
Terminus (CST), Bombay High Courtand Horniman Circle.
Most of the heritage can be found in south Mumbai.
5. Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat
It sounds strange
but yes Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat is one the places one must visit when you are in
the city. It is one of the largest open air laundry in the country. With more
than thousands
of dhobis this place is a must visit. Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat has
various mentions in Bollywood movies like Munna Bhai MBBS. It is situated in
Mahalaxmi, Mumbai.
6. Essel World
You
simply can’t skip this place when you are exploring the city. It is one of the
biggest amusements parts of the country that comprises of Water world and fun activities
for the kids and the family. It is situated in Borivali west, Mumbai.
7. Haji Ali
Haji Ali have
always been the tourist attraction as it is situated in the middle of the ocean
which makes it more unique. Haji Ali is basically both a mosque and a tomb
built by Sufi saint Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari. It situated near
Mahalaxmi railway station.
8. Juhu Beach
If you are a beach lover and adventure freak
then you must visit Juhu Chowpatty,
this place is even my favourite. The sunset
view, the seas shores, the big crowd and Pav bhaji all these things are just
indescribable. Reaching Juhu beach is easy all you need to do hire an auto or
taxi from Ville parle Railway station.
9. Marine Drive
Marine drive is one of the most attractive
places in Mumbai. Also known as Queen’s Necklace. When you find yourselves
exhausted you come to marine drive that’s what this place is for, the place you
can relax and talk to the sea. During weekends the entire place is crowded.
Marine drive gives you the glimpse of Mumbai through its marvellous view. It is
situated in marine lines/Churchgate, Mumbai.
10. Siddhivinayak Temple
The Siddhivinayak Temple is popular temple also
known as Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple. It was built 2 centuries ago and
it is believed that Lord Ganesh fulfils the desires of all the devotees and his
worshippers.The Siddhivinayak Temple is situated at Prabhadevi in Mumbai.
