Location :
Mumbai (formerly Bombay), situated on the western coast of India, is the largest metropolis of the country. It is the capital of one of India’s most advanced states, Maharashtra.
 

Climate:
The temperature undergoes little seasonal fluctuation due to the sea. Humidity is often is very high. Temperature ranges between 19 deg C to 34 deg C. Rainfall between June and September average 216 cm.

Site to Visit:
The booming capital city of Mahrashtra, Bombay has a beautiful range of attractions for its visitors. From nature lovers to science freaks to the common tourists the city of dreams Mumbai has something special to offer to everyone.

The Gateway of India happens to be the principle landmark of Bombay. The same was built in yellow basalt to commemorate the royal visit of George V and queen Mary in 1911. The construction was completed in 1924.
  
Besides the Gateway Of India, the Prince of Wales Museum was also built to venerate King George’s visit. The construction of the museum is based on the Indo -Saracenic style of architecture and was successfully completed in 1923.

The other landmark of Mumbai happens to be the Victoria Terminus or the VT. The Victoria Terminus that was designed by F.W. Stevens follows the Italian Gothic style of architecture. It is significant owing to the fact that the historic steam train from Mumbai to Thane was flagged from here way back in 1853.
  
While in Mumbai you must pay homage at the oldest temple at Mumbai the Mahalaxmi Temple near the Malabar Hills. The Mahalaxmi temple is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess of Wealth. The visit Haji Ali Tomb and mosque and the Cathedral of St. Thomas are also must.

The children as well as the adults enjoy themselves at the Nehru Planetarium and the Nehru Science Center situated in Worli.

While on science the Taraporevala Aquarium cannot be missed. For feasting your eyes on the larger species of animal kind you may drop at the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The only wildlife preserve of Mumbai is home to panther, antelope, moose, deer and the wild beer. Mumbai has several amusement parks like the Fantasy Land and the Essel World. The rides and the food add to the fun and frolic at Mumbai.

How to Reach:
Mumbai is India’s international gateway. It has also the busiest domestic air network in the country. The international terminal is at Sahar, which is 30 km north of the city center. The domestic terminal at Santa Cruz is just 4 km away. The offices of most of the international and domestic airlines are situated around Nariman Point. Prepaid taxis are available from the airports to the downtown.

Mumbai is a prominent railway hub of the country. It is the headquarters to two railway zones, Central and Western. The main railway station is Victoria Terminal, now renamed Chattrapati Shivaji Terminal. Other railway stations are Dadar, Churchgate, and Kurla. Express and super-fast trains are available for most of the Indian cities from Mumbai.

 

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