Created out of a marshy land known as Mahalakshmi Flats in 1883, it is spread over on 225 acres of land facing the sea.
The Haji Ali Dargah built in 1431, is one of the most recognisable landmarks. It is associated with legends about doomed lovers and it contains the tomb of Sayed Peer Haji Ali Shah Bukhari.
This is the building from where Mahatma Gandhi formulated his philosophy of 'satyagraha' (nonviolent protest). Nearby, August Kranti Maidan is where the ‘Quit India Movement’ was launched in 1942.
Royal Opera House is India's only surviving opera house. Its foundation stone was laid during the British Raj in 1909, and King George V inaugurated the building in 1911.
This is the the sole aquarium in Mumbai with 100 species of marine and fresh water fish. Attractions include sharks, turtles, rays, moray eels, sea turtles, small starfish and stingrays.
BSE is the oldest and the 6th largest stock exchange in Asia and the 14th largest in the world. The BSE has the largest number of listed companies in the world
BKC is a planned commercial complex, the first of a series of "growth centres" created to "arrest further concentration" of offices and commercial activities in South Mumbai.
One of South Mumbai's most famous markets, designed by William Emerson, is a blend of Norman & Flemish architectural styles. It houses a wholesale fruit, vegetable and poultry market
The stadium has a capacity of 33,442 and is always in contention to host an international match in India. It has been host to numerous high profile cricket matches in the past.
Built in 1864, this fountain depicts the Roman Goddess Flora. Designed by R Norman Shaw and crafted out of imported Portland stone, it showcases the historic times this city has witnessed.
A learned society in the field of Asian studies, it was formed with the intention of "promoting useful knowledge, particularly such as is now immediately connected with India".
The Elephanta caves date back to 9th-12th centuries, the period of the Silhara kings. This site has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage and are a must on all tourist itineraries.
Situated at the cultural hot spot of Kala Ghoda, this art gallery is one of the most famous art galleries in the country. It was built in 1952 and has four exhibition halls.
Rajabai Clock Tower is a spectacular Venetian-Gothic structure built by Sir George Gilbert Scott, an English architect. The Tower Clock chimes every fifteen minutes during the day.
Mumbai's most recognized monument, the Gateway of India, was constructed to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to the city.
The Taj Mahal Palace and the Tower are two distinct buildings, built at different times and in different architectural designs is a five-star hotel which contains 565 rooms.
Chiselled out of a massive black basaltic rock outcropping, these Buddhist caves date back to the 1st Century BC. These caves are the only remnants of Mumbai’s Buddhist history.
An integrated film studio complex, it has several recording rooms, gardens, lakes, theatres and grounds that serve as the venue of many Bollywood film shootings.
This National Park is a real jungle within the concrete city. It is one of Asia's most visited National Parks with 2 million annual visitors and it's history dates back to the 4th century BC.
Built in 1978, the theatre is dedicated to being a catalyst for the art and cultural movement in Bombay. It hosts daily shows, except Mondays. Must visit: the open-air cafe.
Built in 1884, this picturesque sky-blue synagogue still functions and is tenderly maintained by the city’s dwindling Jewish community. Best viewed in the afternoons.
The beach is famous for Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations when hundreds of people from all over Mumbai come to immerse the idols of Lord Ganapati in the Arabian Sea.
