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September 17

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Founded in the 17th century and formerly known as Bombay, the city of Mumbai is the financial capital and one of the largest and most important cities in India. The population of the city is 14 million people, not counting the suburbs. Mumbai is also one of the most important ports in the country. Bollywood is located here, commerce is flourishing, transport is well developed and links the city with all corners of the country and the world.

Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, BOM

Mumbai Airport is the second busiest airport in the country after Delhi and the 35th largest passenger traffic in the world. At the same time, passengers don't feel comfortable comfortable enough at the airport. Everything is just like in classical India: there are too many people, rather rude staff, you should definitely not count on perfect cleanliness. In addition, passing passport control can take a lot of time. Therefore, it is better to be patient in advance and try to relax on the plane.

 

But the airport itself is full of shops and cafes. There is free Wi-Fi. And anyway you can always buy a pass to one of the more comfortable lounges.

How to get from the airport to the city center?

Street traffic in Mumbai can be very busy. Therefore, the trip time from the airport to the center will be unpredictable: from 25 minutes to 2 hours if you go by car.

 

The Ola and Uber apps are the most convenient way to order a taxi and not be deceived by other local drivers. In addition, a separate waiting area for passengers for these services was made at Mumbai Airport. The trip will cost from 3 to 7 dollars.

Another way to get to the center is by train. But first you must get to it by bus. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the nearest station, and then you still have to figure out a little about the train schedule so as not to accidentally leave in a completely different direction. The cost of the entire trip will be about half cheaper than a taxi. But are these couple of saved dollars worth of transfers from one mode of transport to another and close acquaintance with the local flavor right after leaving the airport?

Quick facts about Mumbai

Car rent
from $ 22 per day
Hotel booking
from $ 8 per night
Currency
INR
Indian rupee

Reference average prices in Mumbai

🌭 Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
$ 4,23
🍕 Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
$ 16,91
🍺 Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$ 2,54
🚌 One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
$ 0,28
🏠 Apartment rent per month (1 bedroom in City Centre)
$ 552,18

Best time to visit Mumbai

Best season to travel: November to February
Prices
Hotel from $8
Temperature
The average temperature during the year ranges from 18°C to 33°C
Precipitation
The average rainfall per year is 2431 mm
Weather

Interesting fact: in Mumbai it is rather dry all year round, and almost all the precipitation falls during several summer months. But the rest of the time is ideal for traveling.

Mumbai Sightseeings

Mumbai is a whole set of impressions: from exploring the fantastic architecture of the city to the jungle. You can go to the Elephant Island with its ancient cave temples, you can explore the studios of Bollywood, try ancient dishes according to Iranian recipes or ride around the city early in the morning when it slowly wakes up from a heavy sleep.

Gateway to India

This is the most famous monument in India, built in 1924 in honor of the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. British troops began here their way out of the country at the time of independence. The gates will be the first thing you see in the city. Today, tourists will find a large bazaar with local souvenirs around the monument. Here you can buy everything from balloons to Indian tea.

Movie City in Mumbai

Everyone wants to know what Bollywood is, how the largest film industry in the world works. And this can be done thanks to a sightseeing tour in Mumbai.

More than 100 films are made each year in Mumbai. This is not just an industry, but part of the daily life of the city. And here you can see how the process of filming or post-production takes place. The main thing is not to start dancing at the same time.

Elephant Island

These Buddhist caves have long been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you can find ancient cave paintings, whose creation dates back to the second century.

You need to come here for amazingly skillful wood carvings, fantastic gardens where you can relax. Take some food with you, have a picnic, and try to save it all from the daring local monkeys.

Kala Ghoda Art Center

The best museums and galleries in Mumbai are concentrated in this place. The art district extends from King's Square to the historic University of Mumbai.

The area has enough entertainment for every taste: the National Gallery of Modern Art, the Jehangir Art Gallery, the former Prince of Wales Museum and much more. Here you can find not only works of art from an earlier period, but also the work of contemporary artists.

Oshiwara Antique Market

This is the largest antique market in Mumbai by far, filled with various interesting things. Here you can find everything from wooden furniture to replicas of treasures brought here by the British royal blood.

Allow enough time to walk around the market. Because here you can find real treasures without even knowing it. Only be careful, because there is an option that with so many souvenirs you simply will not be allowed on the plane.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

Being the country's most famous railway station and one of the most iconic sights of Mumbai, Chatrapati Shivaji station is the best symbiosis of the past and present city. The station has a rich history and unusual architectural style of the Victorian era of India.

This station is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Despite the liveliness of the station, there is something to learn and something to be surprised at.

What to eat in Mumbai

Mumbai is a multinational city known for its delicious dishes. Each of them is filled with tastes, whether it is a vegetarian or meat dish.

Mumbai is especially good in dealing with seafood. And every day they eat rice, aromatic peanut butter, Indian bread, vegetable curry, legumes and desserts with lots of sugar. Some of the main ingredients in Mumbai cuisine are coconut, cashew nuts, and peanuts.

In addition, the city is known for its street food. Here you can try almost everything. Even if you think that the cooking conditions are too unsterile, just close your eyes to it. Indian cuisine is spicy enough to spare you the potential consequences.

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