If you’re at all interested in archeology or the religious history and diversity of India, you’re in luck. Mumbai is surrounded by several cave complexes which, at one point or another, were used for Buddhist and Hindu religious purposes. From Mumbai, you can easily tour one of these ancient cave sites on a guided day trip.
Street Food in Mumbai
You only get part of a city’s culinary picture when you limit yourself to restaurants, especially in a city like Mumbai. If you want to experience the full range of the Mumbai food scene, indulge in the inexpensive and tasty street food found throughout the city. Here are a few dishes you should try and places to find them.
May 28, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Dhobi Ghat, The World’s Largest Open-Air Laundry Mat
One of the most fascinating features of Mumbai, Dhobi Ghat is the sight of the city’s massive open-air laundry mat, where many of Mumbai’s residents have their laundry cleaned for a pittance.
April 30, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Learning About Ghandi at Mani Bhavan
To learn about the life and times of Mahatma Gandhi, pay a visit to the modest two-story home where he lived and ran his political operations in Mumbai from 1917 to 1934. As the headquarters for one of the biggest non-violent freedom struggles of all time, the house-turned-museum is a must for anyone interested in India’s history.
April 23, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Bollywood in Mumbai
Bollywood, India’s thriving film industry, is centered in Mumbai, and no visit to the city would be complete without a little Bollywood-infused sightseeing. Whether touring a studio, catching a matinee or celebrity-spotting along a beach promenade, you’ll get your dose of silver screen glamor while in Mumbai. One of the best ways to experience a [...]
April 16, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Beaches in Mumbai
Mumbai, India’s fast-growing coastal metropolis and home to the Bollywood film industry, has been blessed with easy access to the beach. If you need to escape the chaos of the city for a little relaxation, here are a few beach options in and around the city.
April 9, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Nightlife in Mumbai
As India’s version of Hollywood, it should come as no surprise that Mumbai has a thriving and diverse nightlife scene. Whether you’d prefer to spend your evening at the theater or dancing beneath the strobes, cocktail in hand, Mumbai has you covered.
April 2, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Best Day Trips from Mumbai
If you’ve run out of things to do in Mumbai or simply need an escape from the traffic and manic pace of the city, there are a wealth of day trip possibilities. Beaches, UNESCO World Heritage sites, mountain outposts and ancient temples await those willing to venture outside of the city.
March 26, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Famous Foods to Try in Mumbai
As Mumbai transformed from a small fishing village into a huge metropolis, its cuisine took on flavors and influences from around India and the world. While you can find almost anything your heart desires in Mumbai, you should make an effort to try some of the city’s famous local specialties during your visit.
March 19, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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Free Things to Do in Mumbai
Mumbai is a city of extremes, where Bollywood movie stars reside in extravagant mansions above the jam packed streets and where traditional Indian cultural traditions live on in the shadow of vestiges of British colonialism. It’s a city with a lot to offer the willing traveler, and if you’re on a tight budget, you should have no trouble finding free things to do.
February 18, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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June 4, 2013 by Lydia Schrandt
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