Mumbai – it is the city of dreams. People from all over India migrate to Mumbai in search of employment. It is also a city of extreme living conditions, from the very wealthy citizens to the poor hutment dwellers; Mumbai has it all. Tourists from all over the world also visit Mumbai to imbibe its spirit. As the Financial centre of India, Mumbai's Stock Exchange sees mercurial movements as the world stock markets fluctuate. Mumbai is also home to corporate powerhouses and business conglomerates. Bollywood – India's equivalent of Hollywood makes also home to the stars. Flights will feature on all major airline schedules. Like Dubai, too is often used as a stopover when travelling East to West or vice versa.
There is so much to see and do in Mumbai – it is a city that never sleeps. Important landmarks in the city would include the Gateway of India, an architectural marvel. This monument can be found in South on the shores of the Arabian Sea. Not far from the Gateway of India is the Rajabai Clock Tower and University Comple. The clock tower is modeled along the lines of Big Ben in London. Another attractive spot for tourists is Flora Fountain located in the Fort district of Mumbai. The fountain is named after the Roman Goddess Flora. Marine Drive, a 3 km stretch along the Arabian Sea coast, is known as the Queen's Necklace, especially during the night when the street lights glitter like diamonds in the dark. Along the fringe of Marine Drive, is Chowpatty Beach. Other famous beaches are Juhu Beach and Versova Beach which are located in the suburbs. Mumbai has a never-ending list of places to see and to check them all out you would need to get on one of the flights to Mumbai.
Other not-to-be missed sights in would be Hanging Gardens, Kamala Nehru Park and Jijamata Udyan Zoo. Among the religious houses you could visit the Babulnath Temple, Buddhist Temple, Haji Ali Dargah and Mount Mary Church. There is an overflow of entertainment facilities in Mumbai – from art, to cinemas to discotheques and pubs. As one of the most happening cities, elite hotels ensure that international entertainment and hospitality are provided for their guests. The recent mushrooming of largest shopping Malls provides shoppers with a wide choice of quality items. These are but a few of the great experiences you can enjoy. To experience everything, make your booking on one of the flights to Mumbai.
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