Mumbai which use to be named Bombay is a major city in India. The city is a mix of the old and the new and has a very colorful past. There is so much for visitors to see and explore. The streets are bustling with life and there is a multitude of ancient buildings including museums and mosques and museums around the city.
When you visit Mumbai you have many accommodation options. There range from simple guest houses to five star hotels Mumbai. You will definitely want to do some shopping in the city as there are many bargain to be had. You can pick up most things including designer clothes, DVDs. CDs and other assorted gifts such as pottery, carved items, carpets, silver, silk scarf’s, tea and brass items.
Mahatma Gandhi lived In Mumbai and the place where he resided is now a museum. The famous Colaba District is popular with visitors who are looking for great shopping. There are many quality thing to buy including fabrics, jewelry, and artifacts. The district also has many historical buildings to visit. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station is not to be missed. It is a fine example of colonial India and is now a world heritage site. You can also visit the Gateway of India Museum which is close by.
Mumbai has many fine restaurants to dine in. The food is delicious and laced with exotic spices. There is a great array of delicious vegetarian dishes as well as other side dishes. Most of these fine restaurants pride themselves on their service. The city of Mumbai is well worth a visit!
