| Gate Way of India |
Distance from hotel: 45 min. drive |
When a visitor comes to Mumbai by sea he sees a 26 m high structure. This structure is called the Gateway of India. It is the icon of Mumbai. It was designed by Wittet and is built in the 16 th century architectural style of Gujarat. Gateway of India was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. |
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| Hotel Taj Mahal |
Distance from hotel: 45 min. drive |
The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower is a prestigious luxury five-star hotel located in the Colaba region of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, next to the Gateway of India. Part of the Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces, this iconic 107-year-old heritage building retains its stature as the flagship property of the group and contains 565 rooms. From an historical and architectural point of view, The Taj Mahal Palace and the Tower are two distinct buildings, built at different times and in different architectural designs.
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| Marine Drive |
Distance from hotel: 40 min. drive |
A stroll down the Marine Drive is the best way to discover Mumbai. This winding stretch of road with tall buildings on one side and sea on the other extends from Nariman Point to Malabar Hills. Due to its curved shape and many street lights, it was once called the Queen's Necklace. A popular sea front, Marine Drive is also the main thoroughfare linking for the Malabar Hills to the southern most points of Colaba, Cuffe Parade, Nariman Point, and the Fort. |
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| Juhu Beach |
Distance from hotel: 15 min. drive |
Juhu beach is not for sunbathing or swimming. The beach is lined by Bungalows and high rise apartments which have now become part of the land scape. Juhu beach is a crowded place with animal rides, balloons, acrobats, monkeys and cricket being played on the beach itself. |
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| Essel World |
Distance from hotel: 50 min. drive |
Mumbai's famous amusement park Essel World is situated near Gorai beach and is accessible by ferry. Essel World offers you the typical amusement park attractions of roller coasters and water world, which is something tremendously enjoyable in Mumbai's high humidity. Essel World usually offers special rates during weekends and off seasons, so it would be a good idea to enquire about these before you |
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| Hanging Garden |
Distance from hotel: 45 min. drive |
The Hanging gardens or Ferozshah Mehta Gardens were laid in 1881 on top of a reservoir on the Malabar Hills. This place has become a heaven for dating couples nevertheless the place provides a good view of the city. Nearby is the Kamla Nehru park. From the park one can have the best possible views of the Marine drive and the Chowpatty beach. The Kamla Nehru park was laid in 1952 and was developed mainly as a childrens' park.
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| Haji Ali Mosque |
Distance from hotel: 30 min. drive |
This mosque is located in the causeway protruding into the Arabian sea. The white mosque is the tomb of Saint Haji Ali. Haji Ali was a wealthy Muslim who renounced the world and proceeded to Mecca. It is said that he died in Mecca and the casket miraculously drifted and came to the spot where the mosque isbuilt toady. The mosque can only be approached during low tide.
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| Taraporewala Aquarium |
Distance from hotel: 40 min. drive |
This aquarium was opened in 1951 and has a very interesting collection of marine and fresh water specimens. The aquarium was constructed at a cost of eight lakh and has shell & shell craft and fishery byproducts on display. A pipeline brings water from the sea directly for the marine species. |
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| Shree Siddhivinayak temple |
Distance from hotel: 20 min. drive |
Siddhivinayak temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ganesh. It is located in Prabhadevi, Mumbai. It is one of the richest temple in Mumbai,The temple has a small mandap (hall) with the shrine for Siddhi Vinayak ("Ganesh that grants your wish"). The wooden doors to the sanctum are carved with images of the Ashtavinayak (the eight manifestations of Ganesh in Maharashtra). The inner roof of the sanctum is plated with gold, and the central statue is of Ganesh. In the periphery of the temple. |
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| Jijamata Udyaan |
Distance from hotel: 45 min. drive |
It is formerly known as Victoria Gardens. It is a zoo and garden located at Byculla, in the heart of Mumbai. It was laid out in 1861. Also, situated in the Gardens is the Bhau Daji Lad Museum (formerly Victoria and Albert Museum), mainly of industrial and agricultural interest. In the grounds to the east of the museum is the giant statue of an elephant, brought originally from the Elephanta Caves.The gardens were originally the property of the wealthy Jewish businessman David Sassoon.
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| Mahalakshmi Temple |
Distance from hotel: 30 min. drive |
When a visitor comes to Mumbai by sea he sees a 26 m high structure. This structure is called the Gateway of India. It is the icon of Mumbai. It was designed by Wittet and is built in the 16 th century architectural style of Gujarat. Gateway of India was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. |
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| Nehru Planetarium |
Distance from hotel: 30 min. drive |
When a visitor comes to Mumbai by sea he sees a 26 m high structure. This structure is called the Gateway of India. It is the icon of Mumbai. It was designed by Wittet and is built in the 16 th century architectural style of Gujarat. Gateway of India was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. |
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| Prince of Wales Museum |
Distance from hotel: 45 min. drive |
Another structure to commemorate the visit of King George V. The building is build in Indio Sarcenic style and is set in an well laid ornamented garden. The central hall boasts of a huge dome which is believed to be inspired by the Golgumbaz. The museum was opened in 1923 and has an impressive collection of artifacts from Elephanta island, Jogeshwari Cave. |
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| Elephanta Caves |
Distance from hotel: 50 min. drive |
Elephanta caves are a network of sculpted caves located on Elephanta Island in Mumbai. The island, located on an arm of the Arabian Sea, consists of two groups of caves—the first is a large group of five Hindu caves, the second, a smaller group of two Buddhist caves. The Hindu caves contain rock cut stone sculptures, representing the Shaiva Hindu sect, dedicated to the god Shiva. |
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| Hare Rama Hare Krishna Temple |
Distance from hotel: 20 min. drive |
Hare Rama Hare Krishna temple at Juhu in Mumbai is among the most visited sacred temples dedicated to Lord Krishna. Managed by ISKCON, the temple is built on the prime land of Hare Krishna Land sprawling over 4 acres. Hare Rama Hare Krishna temple has been a moving tribute to Srila Parabhupada's genius and perseverance that has spread Krishna consciousness. Also known as Radha Rasabihariji temple, thousands of devotees flock the temple from across the globe. |
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| Jahangir art Gallery |
Distance from hotel: 40 min. drive |
The Jehangir Art Gallery is Mumbai (India)'s most famous art gallery and a tourist attraction. It was founded by Sir Cowasji Jehangir at the urging of K. K. Hebbar and Homi Bhabha. It was built in 1952. Managed by the Bombay Art Society, the entire cost of this mansion was donated by Cowasji Jehangir. This gallery is situated at Kala Ghoda, behind the Prince of Wales Museum, in South Mumbai near the Gateway of India. and has four exhibition halls. The gallery was designed by G.M.Bhuta for G.M. Bhuta & Associates. |
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