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25/12/2014 101 Places to Visit in Mumbai About.com About Travel India Travel . Mumbai Travel Guide Google Business Pages 101 PlaPlcacees iss no wt Googl eV My Biussiniests. G iet nyour Mumbai Yes, 101 Places tbou sViniseists! on Google today. By Sharell Cook India Travel Expert Share this Ads Bombay 101 Travel Market Luxury Travel Tourism Tourist Travel Guide India Historical Places India Travel Information Wondering what to do in Mumbai? Here's a list of 101 places to visit yes, 101 places! No Ads by Rubicon Project INDIA TRAVEL matter what your interest, you're sure to find something that appeals. If you want someone CATEGORIES to guide you, taking a Mumbai walking tour is a great way to explore the city. Many of Planning Your Trip to India Mumbai's attractions are in Colaba and the Fort district. Top Destinations in India Are 101 places too many? If you want to focus on the most popular ones, take a look at these Top 10 Mumbai Attractions. Visit them on one of these fascinating Mumbai Tours. Transport in India 20 Places to Visit in Where to Stay in India Mumbai -- Architecture What to See and Do in India Mumbai architecture is an eclectic blend of Gothic, Victorian, Art Deco, Indo Where to Eat and Drink in Saracenic and contemporary architectural India TODAY'S TOP 5 PICKS IN styles. Much of it remains from the TRAVEL colonial era of the British Raj. Nightlife in India Grant Faint/Photographer's Choice/Getty Images 1. Gateway of India 5 PicturesV oIfE IWnd MiaORE Designed to be the first thing that visitors see when approaching Mumbai by boat, Shopping in India the looming Gateway was completed in 1920. Its architecture is IndoSaracenic, combining Islamic and Hindu styles. FestivaFls R&E EEve EnMts iAn IILndia NEWSLETTER 2. Taj Palace Hotel 4 Yoga & Wellbeing in India An unsurpassed architectural marvel that brings together Moorish, Oriental and Let About.com send you Florentine styles. Its structure is striking, with many chandeliers, archways, domes, the latest from our VolunItnedeirain Tgr ianv Ienl dEiaxpert. and turrets. Search... 3. Royal Bombay Yacht Club 3 InYdoiaunr eCmualitlu arded &re Essti qheureette Founded in 1846, the Royal Bombay Yacht Club has Gothic style architecture and is Learning the Language in steeped in nostalgia. India SIGN UP 4. Dhanraj Mahal BhutaYnou, Ncaen poaptl o&u t Satr ia nLya tnimkea. Dhanraj Mahal is an Art Deco style building. Built in the 1930s, it was the former 2 Please refer to our privacy policy for contact information. palace of the Raja Dhanrajgir of Hyderabad, Plan Your Trip to India 5. Regal Cinema What to See and Do in India The first of Mumbai's Art Deco style cinemas, the Regal Cinema was built during the cinema boom of the 1930s. 1 The Best of India 6. Maharashtra Police Headquarters (Sailors' Home) The Maharashtra Police Headquarters moved into what was known as the Royal Updated Articles and Resources Alfred Sailors Home, constructed in 1876, in 1982. 7. Elphinstone College The Elphinstone College building is amongst the finest Victorian structures in India, VIEW MORE IN TRAVEL with breathtaking Gothic architecture. 8. Horniman Circle Horniman Circle dates back to 1860, and is made up of a strong sweep of stately building facades, laid out in a semicircle. The Horniman Circle Gardens is at the center of it. http://goindia.about.com/od/mumba1/tp/101PlacesToVisitInMumbai.htm 1/10 25/12/2014 101 Places to Visit in Mumbai center of it. Ads by Rubicon Project 9. Flora Fountain (Hutatma Chowk) The Hutatma Chowk square is bordered by buildings constructed during the British Raj. In the middle of it, the ornate Flora Fountain was created in 1864. 10. Bombay High Court Go inside the Gothic style Bombay High Court and see a trial for some real entertainment! 11. University of Mumbai Established in 1857, the University of Mumbai was one of the first three universities in India. Its architecture is Venetian Gothic inspired. 12. Rajabhai Clock Tower Officially part of Mumbai University but best observed from Oval Maidan, the 260 foot TRAVEL VIDEOS high Rajabai Clock Tower was modeled on Big Ben in London. 13. Mumbai Mint The Mumbai Mint was built in the 1920s, along with the Town Hall, and has similar architecture with pillars and Grecian porticoes. 14. Remains of Fort St. George Those unfamiliar with Mumbai's history may wonder why the Fort district is referred to as such. It got its name from a fort that used to exist there. 15. Chhatrapati Shivaj Terminus (Victoria Terminus) Train Station The piece de resistance of the Raj era, the Chhatrapati Shivaj Terminus is a fusion of influences from Victorian Italianate Gothic Revival architecture and traditional Indian architecture. 16. Dr Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum The oldest museum in Mumbai, the Dr Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum is extraordinary example of Palladian Renaissance Revival design. VIEW MORE 17. Khotachiwadi The narrow winding lanes of Khotachiwadi village are home to old Portuguesestyle bungalows and a tiny church. 18. Antilia (home of businessman Mukesh Ambani) What kind of home does one of the richest men in India have? Take a look at the towering residence of businessman Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries. 19. Banganga Tank An ancient water tank that's one of the oldest surviving structures in Mumbai. It dates back to 1127 AD, to the time of the Hindu Silhara dynasty. 20. Bombay Stock Exchange A prominent example of contemporary architecture in Mumbai, the current Bombay Stock Exchange building was constructed during the late 1970s. Ads Andaman Holiday Package thomascook.in/AndamanPackages Just Pay Rs. 7000 p.p for 6D/5N air incl package.Limited Period, Hurry! New & Improved Mavshack www.mavshack.com/en/ Mavshack is now Faster & Better! Visit now to Watch your fav movies 15 Places to Visit in Mumbai -- Arts Mumbai has a thriving arts precinct with abundant art galleries, yet there are also some lesser known places that will appeal to your creative side. 1. National Gallery of Modern Art One of a string of national art galleries in India. http://goindia.about.com/od/mumba1/tp/101PlacesToVisitInMumbai.htm 2/10 25/12/2014 101 Places to Visit in Mumbai in India. Museum Gallery Mumbai. Sharell Cook 2. Chhatrapathi Shivaj Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of Wales Museum) Art is one of the three main sections of this museum, which is also known for its elaborate architecture. 3. Jehangir Art Gallery Mumabi's most famous art gallery and tourist attraction. Managed by the Bombay Art Society. 4. Kala Ghoda Pavement Art The leafy pavement on either side of the Jehangir Art Gallery is lined with the artwork of promising young artists. 5. David Sassoon Library & Reading Room Built in 1870, it houses one of the oldest living Library and Reading rooms in use in Mumbai. 6. National Center for Performing Arts India's only national center for performing arts and cultural institution. 7. Town Hall Asiatic Society A heritage building, located deep in the Mumbai's historic Fort area, that houses the city's public library. 8. Prithvi Theater An intimate theater auditorium, built in 1978, and dedicated to being a catalyst for theater in Mumbai. 9. Great Wall of Mumbai Project Brightening walls with colorful graffiti. View it best at Tulsi Pipe Road (Senapati Bapat Marg), from Mahim to Dadar. 10. Sakshi Gallery India's largest private gallery, established with the aim of supporting young and upcoming artists. 11. Gallery Chemould Longstanding art gallery, formed in 1963. It's since hosted some of the grandest names in Indian art. 12. Tarq A new gallery, opened in March 2014. Its name means "discussion, abstract reasoning, logic and cause" in Sanskrit. This contemporary art gallery aims to distinguish itself from the rest by growing a conversation around art. 13. Tao Art Gallery A simple minimalist space that showcases famous Indian contemporary artwork, located in Worli. 14. Chatterjee & Lal Remarkable because it hosts live performance art events. Promotes young, cutting edge artists. 15. The Art Loft A unique space in Bandra where you can explore your artistic side. Regular events are held. 15 Places to Visit in Mumbai -- Religious Mumbai is home to people of all religions mandirs (temples), mosques, churches, and even synagogues all exist together. These are some of the most well known ones. 1. Mumbadevi Temple Jain Temple, Malabar Hill, Mumbai. www.flickr.com The Mumbadevi Temple is dedicated to user Wm Jas. the goddess Mumba, whom the city of Mumbai was named after, and that's what makes this temple noteworthy. 2. Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue http://goindia.about.com/od/mumba1/tp/101PlacesToVisitInMumbai.htm 3/10 25/12/2014 101 Places to Visit in Mumbai 2. Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue This soothing light blue colored building has a charming interior, resplendent with pillars, chandeliers, and stained glass windows. 3. Holy Name Cathedral The opulent Catholic Holy Name Cathedral is renowned for its delicate frescoes, pipe organ, a gifts from various Popes including the huge bell that hangs outside the church. 4. Afghan Church The Presbyterian Afghan Church was built by the British in memory of the thousands of soldiers who lost their lives in the First Afghan War from 183543. 5. St. Thomas's Cathedral St. Thomas's Cathedral offers a peaceful respite in a busy part of the city. The first Anglican church in Mumbai, it dates back to 1718. It's renowned for its award winning stained glass work.