Friday 28 September 2018

Mumbai in 12 hours


India is a whole subcontinent, and its largest city, Mumbai, is a world of its own. Many travellers just transit through this megapolis on their way to other destinations but for those who stay here for a day or more there are loads of things to discover.
I think it is safe to say that one quite fast gets an opinion about this rather intimidating city, you either hate it or love unconditionally. I for sure belong to the later.

Some months back I had a chance to spend a couple of days here and with a friend visiting India for his first time I wanted to take a day to show some of the most sea places of Mumbai, thus below would be my suggestion for a full day independent tour of some of the main sights.
Dosa

Starting off the day with a late breakfast/brunch of Dosa nearby the airport in Mumbai



Andheri train station Mumbai India

From the airport one can catch a cheap ride with a motor rickshaw towards the train station in Andheri where it is possible to catch a commuter train for a very reasonable price carrying one into the very centre of the old parts of the city. This might not be a good option during rush hour as it could get really crowded, but otherwise I think it is the ideal way to start the Mumbai experience.





Arriving at CST Mumbai
Arriving at CST Mumbai



Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is not only an important part of Mumbai's infrastructure, it is also a Victorian colonial style building that is a sight in itself
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is not only an important part of Mumbai’s infrastructure, it is also a Victorian colonial style building that is a sight in itself.




Street view Mumbai India

Street view outside CST, Mumbai


Gateway of India

From the train station it is a reasonable walk down to Gateway of India, apart from being one of the most famous landmarks of the city it is also where one catches the boats to Elephanta Island.


Arriving at Elephanta Island

Arriving to the pier at Elephanta Island, there is also the option of taking the train for those who prefer not to walk.


Caves at Elephanta Island
Caves at Elephanta Island



School children on an excursion in Mumbai stopping at the Bentley showroom, study hard and they could also live the “Indian dream"
School children on an excursion in Mumbai stopping at the Bentley showroom, study hard and they could also live the “Indian dream"










Jimmy boy, one of a few famous Parsi restaurants in downtown Mumbai
Jimmy boy, one of a few famous Parsi restaurants in downtown Mumbai



Manu at Jimmy Boy, Mumbai - India
Manu at Jimmy Boy, Mumbai - India













Jimmy Boy Parsi Restaurant Mumbai India

Parsi style biryani at Jimmy Boy, Mumbai



After dinner, one may burn those kcals by taking a walk along the Marine Drive (3+ km long boulevard), a popular hangout during evenings.




Night market, Mumbai, India, Chowpatty Beach, Marine Drive

Towards the end of Marine Drive is Chowpatty beach, where after the walk one may add some additional energy by eating their famous bhel puris.


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