Places to visit in Mumbai

The city awake whole night and beams with colorful lightings, energy, and life throughout the day, is the Heritage city of India named Mumbai. Being one of the busiest cities of the world and most visited in Maharashtra, Mumbai has a lot in its womb to render its visitors experience for the lifetime.

For every kind of visitor, something exists to lure them: theatre, Museums, Clubs, Parks, Fountain site, and many more. Check out the cultural and architectural heritage of the city, visit beaches and natural picnic spots, and don't miss entering human-made clubs, malls, and film studios in the town for entertainment. Enjoy clubbing at discotheques for exciting nightlife, and the list goes on.

Let us check out a few places worth visiting in Mumbai, the film city of India:-

Gateway of India

This architectural monument of Mumbai was the gateway to the British soldiers who were to leave India after its independence. The 85 feet tall structure commemorates King George V and Queen Mary's visit to Mumbai. Besides the architecture, enjoy the fresh sea breeze, eat street food, and have a look at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel grandeur located in front of it.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

Open on all days; this Gothic architectural piece was earlier known as Victoria terminus. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus construction completed in the year 1897. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus is UNESCO declared World Heritage site in the year 2004 that represents various cultures, including traditional Indian, Victorian and Gothic. The stunning architecture of the building is a must-see. Also, you can visit Saint Thomas Cathedral situated nearby.

Haji Ali Shrine

This Haji Ali dargah is open on all days. With no entry fee, this architectural masterpiece reflected the Indian Muslim tradition and located in the heart of Worli. Eighty-five feet tall structure is built on the 4500 area of land and located in the middle of the sky. The pillar and the interior have artistic mirror work done on them. It was built in 1431 by wealthy Muslim merchant and Sufi saint Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari. Attend Sufi qawwali sessions held on Friday evening here.

Siddhivinayak temple

The holy place of Hindu, this temple is one of the most visited areas of worship in Mumbai. It is visited by almost all politicians, Bollywood celebrities, and masses to seek the blessing of Lord Ganesha. Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, also started his Indian trip after visiting this temple.

Beaches of Mumbai

Being in Mumbai and not visiting its famous beaches like Aksa Beach, Girgaum Chowpatty, Kalamb Beach, and Marve Beach, Manori Beach, Gorai Beach is letting go of your visit in vain. These are must-visit beaches of Mumbai where you can catch up mesmerizing sunset and enjoy a variety of delicious food, the staple being vada pav.

Purchase attractive souvenirs at Colaba Causeway. Collect cheap shoes and clothes at Linking Road. Relish on fresh food and spices witnessing the architecture of Crawford Market. Must-visit is Ajanta and Ellora caves, the ancient rock-cut caves on Elephanta Island. The caves became UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 owing to its unusual sculptures and artwork.

Whoa, the list continues!