ELEPHANTA CAVES

The Elephanta Island is the site of the magnificent Elephanta caves, containing beautiful carvings,
sculptures, and a temple to the Hindu God, Lord Shiva. These caves are located at a distance of 11-km
from Mumbai and are now designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The World of Lord Shiva,
Elephanta is the place where the main events in the mythology of Lord Shiva are depicted most
powerfully, consistently and exclusively. At Ellora though other Gods appear on the panel with Shiva, but
at Elephanta there is nothing but Shiva. The temples in the Elephanta caves and the carvings on the
walls show Shiva in different moods and shapes, Lord Shiva practicing Yoga, Lord Shiva meditating with
snakes coiled around his neck, and at places Shiva is in the company of his wife, Parvati.

MARINE DRIVE

History of Marine Drive

Built in the year 1920 on reclaimed land from the Backbay, Marine Drive is an avenue with
concreted six lane roads in the Arabian Coast and is officially known as Netaji Subhash Chandra
Bose Road. Marine Drive that stretches for about 5 kilometers, is one of the busiest roads in
Mumbai. Marine Drive is dotted with buildings built by rich Parsees, that display an art deco
look that was popular in the 1920’s and 30’s. Marine Drive in Mumbai is second only to Miami
in Unite States in respect to the art deco look and buildings Marine Drive, the 5 km avenue in the
South of Mumbai is shaped l;ike an inverted C. This natural bay of the Arabian Sea has 6 lanes
that runs along it, connecting Nariman Point to Malabar Hills The row of lights that lit up the
drive at night looks like diamonds sparkling and thus is called the ‘Queen’s necklace’. Marine
Drive has the highest real estate price in India

CHOWPATTY BEACH

Chowpatty Beach is a place that requires no introduction. No tour to Mumbai is complete without
visiting this lively beach, which is not meant for sunbathing or swimming, but for eating. Situated at the
northern end of Marine drive, Chowpatty Beach is popular amongst people of all age groups. Every
evening, this beach gets stuffed with people, amidst food kiosks, ferry rides, balloon sellers, etc. Indeed,
it's a place where you would love to come after a tiring day to please your taste buds, suck in some fresh
air and gradually cooling your heels. Moreover, it hosts various festivals of the Hindus throughout the
year. Coconut Festival and Ganesh Chaturthi are the events that bring together people, from all stratus
of the Commercial Capital of India. During the sunlight hours, Chowpatty Beach makes the resort of the
people who doze under the shade of small trees. However, the evenings transform the whole beach into
a venue for some carnival, where children enjoy in ferry rides and pony rides, while curb wayside
astrologers make some swift money.
MALBAR HILL

Malabar Hill is a small hill in South Mumbai that is quarters to the famous Hanging Gardens,
Walkeshwar Temple and Kamala Nehru Gardens of the Dream City of India. In fact, it is the
highest point in the city center, with a height of 50 meters, presenting an eye-catching view of
the county that sprawls at the foothills. The region nearby is known as Malabar Hill and it is
counted amongst the elite residential areas of Bombay.

Not only many business tycoons and film celebrities, this area also addresses the official
residences of the Governor and the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Real Estate value here is
amongst the priciest in the world. Possibly, unobstructed sight of Back Bay along with
Chowpatti beach in the forefront and Nariman Point skyline in the backdrop make the grounds
for the soaring prices in this area. Jain Temple and Parsi Tower of Silence are two other religious
structures in the region.

In the early days of city's growth, Mumbai was inundated by pirates from the Malabar Coast
(Kerala), apart from others. With the intention of defending the city, a sentinel was built on the
hill that offered the best view of the sea approaches at that time. And consequently, the hill came
to be known as Malabar Hill. Amidst such great tourist attractions and hard sell popularity,
Malabar Hill is certainly a place to be visited in Mumbai.

HANGING GARDEN

. It was named after Ferozeshah Mehta, who was a famous barrister of the former times. In 1881,
Ferozeshah Mehta Gardens was laid out over the main reservoir of the Bombay city of India This garden
is a nice place to go for a stroll in the morning or evening, when soothing breeze cuddles
everyone in its gentleness. Ferozeshah Mehta Gardens serves as a picturesque retreat for the
people of Mumbai. Suspended over Malabar Hills, the garden presents a picturesque vista of the
dazzling city. It is actually a terraced garden that sprawls on the slope of the hill. Perhaps this is
the reason of its being named as the Hanging Gardens. The garden is located on the western side
of the hills, opposite the renowned Kamala Nehru ParK Hanging Gardens is certainly a beautiful
park, where one can spend time in quietude and calmness, away from the crowded city. On your
tip to Mumbai, do take out some time and visit this green belt that offers spectacular views, over
and above peace.

CRAWFORD MARKET

Crawford Market (officially Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai, Marathi: महात्मा ज्योतिबा फुले
मंडई) is one of South Mumbai's most famous markets. It is named after Arthur Crawford, the
first Municipal Commissioner of the city. The market is situated opposite the Mumbai Police
headquarters, just north of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station and west of the
J.J.flyover at a busy intersection. The market houses a wholesale fruit, vegetable and poultry
market. One end of the market is a pet store. Most of the sellers inside the market nowadays sell
imported items such as foods, cosmetics, household and gift items. It was the main wholesale
market for fruits in Mumbai until March 1996, when the wholesale traders were relocated to
Navi Mumbai (New Bombay).

The building, completed in 1869, was donated to the city by Cowasji Jehangir. After India's
independence, the market was renamed after Maharashtrian social reformer, Mahatma Jyotirao
Phule. In 1882, the building was the first in India to be lit up by electricity. The market place is
seen loaded with piles of fresh fruits and vegetables, the fragrance of which can be smelled from
a distance. Besides, one can also grab some fresh cheese and chocolate here, to pamper his taste
buds. Moreover, it is also known for its meat and poultry stalls, which provide a wide variety to
the customers at reasonable rates. Thus, Crawford market is a must visit place on your trip to
Mumbai, the city of dreams.

KALBADEVI

Kalbadevi is one of the ancient locales of Mumbai that has its history closely interwoven with
that of the city. Named after a Hindu Goddess of the same name Kalbadevi bustles in the North
of Crawford Market. It is predominantly a Muslim area and replete with traders dealing in a host
of merchandise to keep you engaged here.

Kalbadevi is abuzz all the time of the day with its quintessential chaos that reigns supreme here.
But there is a lure in that chaos, an essential shopping experience that you don't get often and
long for more once you venture in here. Kalbadevi has exclusive sets of markets devoted to items
specific.

There are streets where you have a line of shops selling a single product, which makes all the
difference. Here is one Zaveri Bazaar, literally translated into a market for jewellery and that is
what being sold here. Go buy your heart out and splurge to your content. Kalbadevi is also home
to Mangaldas market, an exclusive bazaar for clothes where you can drape your dreams. For
those having a fetish for leathers may well make rounds to Dhabu St. And who could ignore the
Chor Bazaar, a place that specializes in antics. Here you can get long lost and forgotten treasure
trove or a sword of some Maharaja or who knows you may lay your hands on Alladin's Magic
Lamp!

GATEWAY OF INDIA

The Gateway of India was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to
Bombay, prior to the Delhi Durbar, in December 1911 he Gateway of India (Marathi: भारताचे
प्रवेशद्वार) is a monument in Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India. Located on the waterfront in
Apollo Bunder area in South Mumbai, the Gateway is a basalt arch 26 metres (85 ft) high. It was
a crude jetty used by fisher folks and was later renovated and used as a landing place for British
governors and other distinguished personages. In earlier times, the Gateway was the monument
that visitors arriving by boat would have first seen in the city of Mumbai.[1]
Its design is a combination of both Hindu and Muslim architectural styles, the arch is in Muslim
style while the decorations are in Hindu style. The Gateway is built from yellow basalt and
reinforced concrete. The stone was locally obtained, and the perforated screens were brought
from Gwalior.

The central dome is 15 metres (49 ft) in diameter and is 26 metres (85 ft) above ground at its
highest point. The whole harbour front was realigned in order to come in line with a planned
esplanade which would sweep down to the centre of the town. The cost of the construction was
Rs. 21 lakhs (2,100,000), borne mainly by the Government of India. Due to lack of funds, the
approach road was never built, and so the Gateway stands at an angle to the road leading up to it

UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI

The University of Mumbai (known earlier as University of Bombay) is one of the oldest and
premier Universities in India. It was established in 1857 consequent upon "Wood's Education
Dispatch", and it is one amongst the first three Universities in India.
     As a sequel to the change in the name of the city from Bombay to Mumbai, the name of the
University has been changed from "University of Bombay " to "University of Mumbai", vide
notification issued by the Government of Maharashtra and published in the Government Gazette
dated 4th September, 1996.

PRINCE WHALES MUSEUM

The Prince of Wales Museum in Mumbai has been renamed as the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Vastu Sangrahalaya. The museum was set up in the beginning of the 20th century to honor the
visit of King George V's to India, while he was still the Prince of Wales. Built by George Wittet
the museum is located in the heart of South Mumbai at a stone's throw distance from the
Gateway of India.

The Prince of Wales Museum or Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya has an
architecture exhibiting Indo-Saracenic style with an imposing white dome adding to its grandeur.
As one of the best museums in India, the Prince of Wales Museum has three main sections: Art,
Archaeology and Natural History. You can witness some of the rarest and ancient exhibits of
Indian history and many interesting artifacts from foreign countries.

The Prince of Wales Museum has also some finest collections featuring ancient Indus Valley
artifacts dating back to 2000 BC and also the relics from the Gupta and Maurya Periods. It is also
home to some priceless Tibetan and Nepali Art. Those interested in Buddhism would love an
entire gallery that is devoted to Buddhist tankha scrolls. The museum houses another gallery on
Tibetan bronzes. If intricate paintings interest you then you may marvel the collection of over
2000 miniature paintings from the various art schools of India. The Museum is open to the public
from Tuesday to Sunday between 10.30 am and 6 pm.

HAJI ALI DARGAH

The Haji Ali Dargah (is a mosque and dargah (tomb) located on an islet off the coast of Worli
in Southern part of Mumbai. Lying as it does in the heart of the city, the dargah is one of the
most recognizable landmarks of Mumbai The Haji Ali Dargah was constructed in 1431 in
memory of a rich Muslim merchant, Sayyed Peer Haji Ali Shah Bukhari (R.A.), who gave up all
his worldly possessions before making a pilgrimage to Mecca. Hailing from Bukhara, in the
ancient Persian Empire and now in Uzbekistan, Bukhari travelled around the world in the early
to mid 15th century, and then settled in Mumbai.

As per the legends,[1] surrounding his life, once the Saint saw a poor woman crying on the road,
holding an empty vessel. He asked her what the problem was. She sobbed that that her husband
would thrash her since she had stumbled and accidentally spilled the oil she was carrying. He
asked her to take him to the spot where she lost the oil. There, he jabbed a finger into the soil and
the oil gushed out. The overjoyed woman filled up the vessel and went home.

Later, Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari (R.A.) had a recurring - and disturbing - dream that he had
injured Earth by his act. Full of remorse, he soon fell ill and directed his followers to cast the
coffin carrying his body into the Arabian Sea, once he died. Haji Ali left this world during his
journey to Mecca and miraculously the casket carrying his body, floated back to these shores,
getting stuck in the string of rocky islets just off the shore of Worli. Thus, the Dargah was
constructed there.

On Thursdays and Fridays, the shrine is visited by at least 40,000 pilgrims. Irrespective of faith
and religion, people visit the 'dargah' to get the blessings of the legendary saint. Sometimes,
especially on Fridays, people may find various sufi musicians performing a form of devotional
music called Qawwali at the Dargah

ESSEL WORLD
The Essel World, headed by Mr.Ashok Goel, the Director of Pan India Paryatan Limited started the Essel
World in Mumbai, with the vision of redefining the notion of entertainment in India. It opened to public
in September 1992 and ever since it has been the most special part of Mumbai. Mumbai’s only
internationally styled theme park and Amusement park, the Essel World is a special part of Mumbai and
one of the oldest theme parks built in India.It is also the largest Amusement Park in the whole of Asia. In
spite of that, the Essel World is modern in outlook and has defined the parameters of fun and
entertainment in a new way. Located close to the Gorai Beach, this amusement park in Mumbai is
situated on a 64 acre green garden. Summers are crowded here and there are low budget monsoon
offers and special weekend deals.

FILM CITY

Filmcity in Goregaon at Mumbai, established in 1977 is one of the largest studio complex in
India. It offers infrastructure such as AC studios. It has virtually every facility that a film-maker
needs, which makes it the ultimate destination for every discerning producer.   Ever since the
first film was screened at Watson Hotel in Mumbai in India, way back in 1896, the motion
picture industry has captivated millions of audiences and unleashed a vast potential. The pure
passion then discovered manifested itself into the world's largest film producing Nation - India.

India produces close to one thousand feature films every year -including films in Hindi and
several regional languages besides documentary films, short film, TV Serials & Commercials
Advertising Films.

The Entertainment industry has created employment potential for over four millions people.
With growth, came technology. India sourced its technological requirements from the best in the
world and created, creative and technological support services, comparable with the best, in the
world.

Within India, Mumbai has a pride of place in the Entertainment industry. Over 60% of Indian
motion pictures, television serials and commercials are produced in Mumbai and Filmcity has
share of 30% of above work related to film production.

JUHU BEACH
Juhu Beach is one of the most famous beaches in Mumbai. It is situated on the shores of Arabian Sea in
Juhu suburb. There are three main entrances to the beach. One is from the Vile Parle side, another is
from the Santacruz side and the third one is from the Andheri side. Many tourists make it a point to visit
the beach when they come to Mumbai, as it is a relatively uncrowded free space in the city, although it
does get crowded in the evenings and weekends. But the beach is too much polluted, It is generally
advised to not to go inside waterThe open beaches of Juhu have attracted the well-heeled among
Mumbai's population for almost a century. In the 1890s, Jamsetji Tata purchased land in Juhu and built a
bungalow there. He planned to develop 1200 acres (5 km²) in Juhu Tara. This was to yield 500 plots of
one acre (4,000 m²) each and a seaside resort. Simultaneously he wanted to extend the Mahim
causeway to Santacruz, in order to access to this area. After his death in the same year, the scheme was
abandoned. One will also find the Juhu Tara Road & Juhu Koliwada close by, the latter which is the
house to fishermen. Kishore Kumar Marg is another famous landmark where the great actor & singer
Kishore Kumar lived. Also one will find the Amjad Manzil outer house behind Ajanta Hotel.

BOMBAY STOCK EXCHANGE

Bombay Stock Exchange is the oldest stock exchange in Asia What is now popularly known as the BSE
was established as "The Native Share & Stock Brokers' Association" in 1875.

Over the past 135 years, BSE has facilitated the growth of the Indian corporate sector by providing it with
an efficient capital raising platform.

Today, BSE is the world's number 1 exchange in the world in terms of the number of listed companies
(over 4900). It is the world's 5th most active in terms of number of transactions handled through its
electronic trading system. And it is in the top ten of global exchanges in terms of the market capitalization
of its listed companies (as of December 31, 2009). The companies listed on BSE command a total market
capitalization of USD Trillion 1.28 as of Feb, 2010.

BSE is the first exchange in India and the second in the world to obtain an ISO 9001:2000 certification. It
is also the first Exchange in the country and second in the world to receive Information Security
Management System Standard BS 7799-2-2002 certification for its BSE On-Line trading System (BOLT).
Presently, we are ISO 27001:2005 certified, which is a ISO version of BS 7799 for Information Security.

The BSE Index, SENSEX, is India's first and most popular Stock Market benchmark index. Exchange
traded funds (ETF) on SENSEX, are listed on BSE and in Hong Kong. Futures and options on the index
are also traded at BSE.