As Mumbai begins to recover from the terrorists attacks of November, it is important to remember that this city has survived riots, bombings, and other attacks in its long history. Mumbai will survive to flourish again, as the entertainment and commercial center of India. The second most populous city in the world, Mumbai was formerly known as Bombay and is one of the world’s top centers of commerce. Perhaps its most well known industry is Bollywood, the home of Hindu film and television. However, the city’s port handles over half of India’s maritime cargo and the city home to financial institutions such as the Reserve Bank of India and the National Stock Exchange.
Visitors to the city will be drawn to the mixture of colonial and modern architecture, the omnipresent bazaars, the temples and historic sites and the incredible food. They’ll also enjoy the modern conveniences of shopping malls, swank bars, and five star hotels Mumbai. The shopping in Mumbai ranges from street vendors and bazaars to family-run shops and designer boutiques.
Other attractions that call to travelers include museums, galleries, zoos, parks, gardens, and beaches. Mumbai is home to the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maaraj Vastu Sangrahalaya is home to rare exhibits of ancient Indian History and the National Gallery of Modern Art is another “must see” along with the Gateway of India. Water Kingdom, the largest water park in Asia is also located in the city.
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