MUMBAI.

Mumbai is by far the most popular city of Indiach is its recognition, that people within India itself, as well as all over the world, take Mumbai to be the symbol of India. Boasting of a perfect combination of urban development and rich history, this city is known to have something for everybody. Hence, it is no surprise that Mumbai is commonly known as ‘The City of Dreams’.

Experiencing a rich influx of tourists all throughout the year, Mumbai offers a mix of everything. From beaches to hills, historical monuments to ultra modern architecture, it has it all. It also boasts of a happening nightlife and a glitzy-glamour filled lifestyle. Therefore, it involuntarily becomes the first stop on the list of places to be visited around the country. It is no surprise at all that you would already know a lot about this city and what is to be seen. However, in case you are having trouble deciding, below is all you need to know about a perfect getaway to this dreamland.

Best Time To Visit Mumbai

Mumbai has a typical subtropical climate. Winter is an unknown identity in these lands. However, it tends to get sticky and humid during the summer months. Hence, it should be avoided during the months of May to June. The rainy season is another time during which it becomes difficult to explore all the areas. Therefore, the best time to visit Mumbai is during the months of September to April.

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What to Do

1. Gateway of India – By far the most iconic structure of Mumbai, this archway was built in 1924 during the British rule. The Gateway of India makes for a great first stop for all wanderlust people exploring the city. The beautiful and magnificent gate has very well-designed pillars which remain strong till this day. Boating in the Arabian Sea is quite popular in the area, with the starting point being in the vicinity of this architectural marvel.

2. Marine Drive – This beautiful 3 kilometer long road is famous for having the Arabian Sea all along on one side. The curved shape of this road, combined with the beautiful lighting at night that looks like diamonds, has earned Marine Drive the title of ‘Queen’s Necklace’. A drive on this road is surreal and makes you feel as though you are in a different place altogether. The road is lined with a lot of classy eating joints which are very popular all over Mumbai.

3. Street Markets – Possibly, the greatest crowd pullers in Mumbai are the well-renowned street markets. Out of the many markets lining various streets all over the city, the ones deserving a special mention are – Crawford Market, Colaba Causeway, Linking Road and Fashion Street. They are famous for providing everything that you could dream of. Be it fashionable junk jewellery, stylish clothes, electronic items or even home decor items, these markets have it all.