Tourist Places in Mumbai (Bombay)

Gateway of India, Mumbai TourismFollowing the first war of independence in 1857, the East india Company was accused of mismanagement, and Bombay reverted to the British crown. With the outbreak of the American Civil War in 1861, and the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, exports, specially cotton, from Bombay became a major part of the colonial economy.

The Great indian Peninsular Railway facilitated travel within india. This network of commerce and communication led to an accumulation of wealth. This was channelled into building an Imperial Bombay by a succession of Governors. Many of Bombay's famous landmarks, the Flora Fountain and the Victoria Terminus, date from this time.

Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is the commercial capital of India. The city is much more than just the glamour of cinema, bustling streets, crowded stock markets and Bhelpuris on the Chowpatty beach. Mumbai is a city that never sleeps. The city has one of the best nightlifes in the country. There is a lot to enjoy for the tourists in Mumbai. Places like the Gateway of India, Chowpatty Beach and Juhu Beach are a must visit when on a tour to the fascinating city of Mumbai. Mumbai comes to its full splendor in the evenings when parties start all over the place and continue till the wee-hours of the mornings.

Gateway of india
Gateway of india, Mumbai Travel VacationsBuilt in the indo-saracenic style, the Gateway of india is meant to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay, prior to the Darbar in Delhi in December 1911. The foundation stone was laid on March 31, 1911 and George Wittet's final design sanctioned in August 1914. Between 1915 and 1919 work proceeded on reclamations at Apollo Pier for the land on which the gateway and the new sea wall would be built. The foundations were completed in 1920.

Haji Ali Mosque
This early 18th century shrine contains the tomb of HAZRATH HAJI ALI, a Muslim Sufi saint. There are two local legends which claim to trace the hazrath’s antecedents. One story has it that Haji Ali was a rich , local businessman who gave up materialism after a visit to Mecca and then took up meditation.

Town Hall
With its columns and tall Grecian porticos, this structure has been the foundation of the Library Society of Mumbai which moved into the Town Hall in 1830, soon after which a union was effected with the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland. One of its greatest assets is its library, a storehouse of knowledge, which may not have an equal in the east.

University Buildings
Founded by Sir Cowasjee Jehangir Ready money, after whom is named the earlier of the two structures, was designed by Sir Gilbert Scott. Flanked by the High Court and the Old Secretariat, the buildings were completed in 1874.

Bombay High Court
Bombay High Court, Mumbai TourismThe Bombay High Court is one of the premiere High Courts in the Country. It has Appellate Jurisdiction over the State of Maharashtra, Goa , Daman & Diu. in addition to Bombay Bench it has benches at Aurangabad, Nagpur, Panaji(Goa). in Bombay it has Original Jurisdiction in addition to Appellate. The Bombay High Court has sanctioned strength of 62 judges.

Sir J. J. School Of Art
Built during the same period as the University, its importance is heightened by the fact that Rudyard Kipling was born and spent his early childhood here. His father, John Lockwood Kipling, was the Principal of the art school and under his tutelage, many local artisans received training.

Crawford Market
Rechristened as Mahatma Phule Market, it was built in 1871 by William Emerson. The bas-reliefs, at a height, adorning the facade, were designed by J. L. Kipling at the School of Art, a stone's throw away.

Chowpatty Beach (GIRGAUM)
Situated at the northern end of Marine Drive, it is a stretch of sandy beach and attracts hordes of people during the weekends and on holidays. A 'food-mart' of stalls have become a permanent feature and offer a range of eatables from 'bhel-puri'. The local speciality, to 'chaat', 'kulfi', coconut and other snacks.

Juhu Beach
JUHU Situated 30 km from the city, it is a crowded beach with residential apartments and bungalows surrounding it. It seems as if the entire population of the area descends on the beach for a breath of fresh air!. The central part has food stalls again, similar to Chowpatty. And a lot more, in terms of fun-rides for children.

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