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Mumbai Tour
The booming capital city of Mahrashtra, Bombay(New Name-Mumbai) has a beautiful
range of attractions for its visitors. From nature lovers to science freks
to the common tourists the city of dreams Mumbai has something special to
offer to everyone.
The Gateway of India happens to be the principle landmark of Bombay. The
same was built in yellow basalt to commemorate the royal visit of George
V and queen Mary in 1911. The construction was completed in 1924. The Gateway
of India is analogous to Bombay as the Statue of Liberty is to New York.
Your trip to Bombay sans visit to the Gateway of the India will be incomplete.
Besides the Gateway Of India, the Prince of Wales Museum was also built
to venerate King George's visit. The construction of the museum is based
on the Indo -Saracenic style of architecture and was successfully completed
in 1923. The Prince of Wales Museum boasts of exhibits in various areas
like the art and paintings, archeology and natural history.
For all the art lovers amongst you the Jehangir Art Gallery will prove to
be a heaven on Earth. The gallery is located in the compound of the Prince
of Wales Museum and comprises of an Auditorium and an exhibition hall. The
gallery displays the works of modern Indian artists. Besides being the venue
for art exhibitions in Bombay the Jehangir Art Gallery organizes other art
activities for the promotion of a national movement in contemporary visual
arts.
The other landmark of Mumbai happens to be the Victoria Terminus or the
VT. The Victoria Terminus that was designed by F.W. Stevens follows the
Italian Gothic style of architecture. It is significant owing to the fact
that the historic steam train from Mumbai to Thane was flagged from here
way back in 1853.
In the heart of the commercial fort area stands the Flora Fountain. You
will be able to access the fountain intersection from any of the five points.
The Flora fountain was constructed in the memory of the Governor, Henry
bartle Edward Frere. The Mani Bhawan where Mahatma Gandhi stayed from 1917-34
is also worth visiting.
While in Mumbai you must pay homage at the oldest temple at Mumbai the Mahalaxmi
Temple near the Malabar Hills. The Mahalaxmi temple is dedicated to the
dedicated to the Hindu Goddess of Wealth. The visit Haji Ali Tomb and mosque
and the Cathedral of St. Thomas are also must. The latter happens to be
close to the Flora Fountain.
The children as well as the adults enjoy themselves at the Nehru Planetarium
and the Nehru Science Center situated in Worli. The Audiovisual shows are
beneficial for even those without a scientific bend of mind. While your
visit to the former be ready for the virtual space voyage. The latter too
can be enjoyed with the color shadow as your dance partner.
While on science the Taraporevala Aquarium cannot be missed. The aquarium
is home to several exotic species sea and river fish. Besides fish the collection
of the preserved species of rare animals will charm you. The shell-crafted
articles have also been exhibited. Though it is the scenes with the orange
butterfly fish, the blue ring angelfish, and sea horses. That will flash
through when you recall your visit to the Taraporevala aquarium.
For feasting your eyes on the larger species of animal kind you may drop
at the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The only wildlife preserve of Mumbai
is home to panther, antelope, moose, deer and the wild beer. You may board
the special park vehicles to a get closer view of the lions at the Lion
Safari Park. Though the zoo of the Mumbai city is at the Jijamata Udyan
Garden that boasts of animals, birds and nursery of rare plants. The Hanging
Gardens beautiful landscaped garden built on a series of reservoirs is another
popular hangout.
Mumbai has several amusement parks like the Fantasy Land and the Essel World.
The rides and the food add to the fun and frolic at Mumbai. These parks
are ideal for freaking out with family as well as friends. The entry ticket
is charged per head and is worth it. The water rides and the other swings
are awesome.
Come on get going to the city with the wide variety of source of fun,
frolic and food-Mumbai.
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