Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus), was completed in 1888.
Mumbaikar is a the word for all born there.Though I first want to admit it’s not the “relatively quiet place” it once was, there’s a method to the madness…if you know what to look for. “No place is as random as Mumbai — from its people to its traffic to its slums,” “But in the midst of this chaos, there is still a melodious rhythm to it all.” Here are a few of favorite things about the sprawling cityscape which I call as the entertainment city of India.
Mumbai City
When I go visit Mumbai, the first place I would go is Juhu Beach.
The view from Marine Drive.
Winter is the best time to visit the city because the weather’s not too humid and Diwali, Christmas, and Holi celebrations take over town.
You can see the city best from the street. Whether you’re walking or in a vehicle, every lane is buzzing with life.
Colaba Causeway is the place to buy authentic, local souvenirs.
In the past, notable people like Dadasaheb Phalke, J.R.D. Tata, and Mukesh Ambani have called Mumbai home.
City’s best museum is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (formerly known as the Prince of Wales Museum of Western India) because it recently showcased Egyptian mummies.
If there’s one thing you should know about getting around the city, it’s that street names here change very often. Always double check the addresses before heading out.
The best places to spend time outdoors in the city are the seaside coffee shops and eateries in Bandra or on Marine Drive.
A vegetable vendor at Crawford Market.
The city really knows how to celebrate life because even after a riot or a terrorist attack, the next day you’ll find people going about their lives in a normal way.
You can tell if someone is from Mumbai if they know why Bombay changed its name to Mumbai.
For a fancy night out, I go to the Palladium.
Mumbai is known for being glamorous but it’s really honest.
The best outdoor market in of the city is Crawford Market.
To find out what’s going on at night and on the weekends, read Time Out Mumbai.
The city’s biggest sports event is ODI cricket. Watching it at Wankhede Stadium is fun. The Mumbai Marathon is also not to miss.
Dabbawalas deliver hundreds of thousands of meals to workers around Mumbai each day.
When I’m feeling cash-strapped, I go shopping on Hill Road in Bandra. Or, if I’m hungry, I might stop by one of the many roadside stalls selling chaat.
If Mumbai were a celebrity it’d be Madhuri Dixit because her dazzling and open smile pretty much reflects the attitude of Mumbai.
The legendary Taj Mahal Palace hotel is my favorite building in town because it’s symbolic to Mumbai.
The most random thing about Mumbai are the dabbawalas and vendors who hawk on board local trains. They sell absolutely everything — even cookware!
Chai: Mumbia’s signature drink.
Hard Rock Cafe is the best place to see live music, but if you’re in the mood to dance, check out Zenzi Mills.
Bollywood could only happen in Mumbai.
There are only three seasons in Mumbai:
In the summer, you should wear lots of sunscreen and eat anything flavored with fresh mango.
In the rainy season, you should walk on flooded roads and sip hot chai.
In the winter, you should be ready to celebrate weddings, Diwali, and a plethora of other festivals, like Kala Ghoda.
If you have kids (or are a kid at heart), you won’t want to miss Essel World.
When I think about Mumbai, the song that comes to my mind is Ae Dil Hai Mushkil Jeena Yahan.
In 140 characters or less, the world should heart Mumbai because it’s a city with random stories at every turn. It changes every minute.
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