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The History of Mumbai, Maharashtra

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From dinosaurs to explorers to wars, here's what 29 local experts had to say about the history of Mumbai, Maharashtra.

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Mumbai is called city of dreams where many people come to fulfil their dreams like career in Bollywood, IT sector, Multinational companies etc. There are many places to visit including historical places. There are many 5- star hotels like Taj, Oberoi etc. Mumbai is called the shipping hub of import and export of goods.

Mumbai, the city of dreams is my hometown! It is aptly described so because of the varied cultural heritage, amalgamation of people of different communities residing and the job opportunities, the city has to offer. Things worth considering in this city are food culture, job opportunities and financial independence, unity in diversity!

Abhishek, says: 2020

Mumbai is a metropolitan city and the business hub of India. Anyone considering to move here must be ready to take on the fast pace of life and the hustle that comes with city living. With respect to travel, if you own a private vehicle, getting stuck in traffic is unavoidable. Public transport on the other hand is often overcrowded, but more convenient. While the way of life here may be hectic for a country dweller, it has its own specialities, from the beautiful Marine drive, to the street side vendors selling mouth watering vada pav and pani puri; as well as beautifully preserved heritage sites which are worth a visit. But the most important thing that you need to know before you move here, is that the people of Mumbai are from all backgrounds and cultures to form a melting pot of shared experiences.

Sreyash, says: 2020

Mumbai is the economical capital of India. It is known as a ‘Dream City’. It’s the city where you can achieve all your dreams if you are ready to commit to it. It’s magnificent. It is home to UNESCO world heritage sites – ‘Elephanta Caves’ and ‘Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus’. It is known as Entertainment Capital of India.

A word that best describes Mumbai is ‘exhaustion’, so beware- the city is going to make you really, really tired!
1. It’s going to be crowded to the point of suffocation
2. It’s going to be dirty, smelly and downright unhygienic
3. For the most part, it’s going to be quite expensive – especially housing
4. Everything spoils/ruins easily – the food, your clothes, the furniture

However, Mumbai has a rich and cosmopolitan history. Look up the Parsi culture, the colonial times, the fishing communities and the Sindhi-Gujju-Marwadi markets. These are some unique treats my city has to offer.

Mumbai is the capital of Maharashtra and called “city of dreams”. Lots of people come here to fulfill their dreams. There are lots of places to visit here; such as, beaches, historical places, commercial centres, making it a best place for tourists. People coming to India must visit Mumbai once.

Vignesh, says: 2020

Mumbai is the financial capital of India. One the most populated cities in the country. It has beautiful view all along and has various monuments from the British Rule. Apart from beaches, humidity it’s a beautiful place. the various food infusion and the night party it is also a business hub.

Smritirekha, says: 2020

Mumbai is filled with mouthwatering and delicious street foods. One loves to stroll around and try different cuisines. Also, it has many picnic spots, historical places and religious temples. Visiting this fast-paced place would be a breathtaking experience for anyone who wishes to experience a new way of living.

Sabeesh, says: 2020

If you are new to Mumbai, you have to keep one rule in mind and that is you should never talk to a stranger and if anyone offers you anything please don’t take it. To tell you about the history of this city Mumbai was established in year 1941 by the British.

Haritha, says: 2020

Mumbai is said to be the city of dreams in India, and I think one should must visit it. Mumbai is famous for Gateway of India. Queens Necklace one should see at the night. Local transport of Mumbai are Local Trains, which are said to be the lifelines of the Mumbai.

Ayesha, says: 2020

Mumbai is a financial center, it’s India’s largest city. Famous for its food, high-end Mall. Mumbai is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminal Airport, and the city’s distinctive ensemble of Victorian. The Climate of Mumbai is a tropical, wet and dry climate. Mumbai’s climate can be best described as moderately hot with high level of humidity.

Rhythm, says: 2020

Mumbai is a densely populated city on India’s west coast. A financial center, it’s India’s largest city. On the Mumbai Harbour waterfront stands the iconic Gateway of India stone arch. The city’s also famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry. We are famous for our heritage and culture.

Aritra, says: 2020

Mumbai… It’s a magical place full of colours! people here are extremely welcoming, helpful and friendly. A home to Bollywood celebs. People here prefer eating spicy/piquant (chatpata) food items only. A very important tip- do carry an umbrella around because it just rains anytime in Mumbai irrespective of the weather. It is also famous for its historical places as well.

Mumbai has many reasons for which many people would love moving to this lovely place. It has many jobs right from working as a laborer to working with international companies. It is also known for its nightlife. There are numerous bars and restaurants for the youth. There are also numerous places of historical interest to visit during a day off. The beaches are well known and would take away one’s breath. In terms of food, due to the cultural amalgamation, there is no doubt that one would always find something to suit their palate and their mood. There are also places where one can find a cheap bargain for items ranging from fashion to technology. Transport is also fun and unintimidating. But one should always be beware of the usual cheats. Mumbai is a place where one can work and relax and enjoy themselves.

Aayushi, says: 2020

Mumbai is the “city which never sleeps “. The hustle and bustle of life as well the calmness one might find at any time of the day can be best described for a life in the city. From spending an evening at the Queen’s necklace to a morning walk at one of the many beaches in the city, One is surely going to fall in love the energy the city provides.

The synonym for Mumbai is ‘exhaustion’, so beware–the city is going to make you really, really tired! Here are some axioms to keep in mind:
– It’s going to be crowded to the point of suffocation.
– It’s going to be dirty, smelly and downright unhygienic.
– For the most part, it’s going to be quite expensive–especially housing.
– Everything spoils/ruins easily–the food, your clothes, the furniture.

Any person moving here must be aware that Mumbai is an expensive place. The cost of living is really high and you are not going to find any accommodation worthy of the money you spend. All that apart, it is a beautiful city with sprawling beaches and monuments.

Pranoti, says: 2020

Mumbai is the city of Dreams, one moving to Mumbai must know it’s the city of crowd, smart people who often try to make others fool. This city takes a lot of things from one who dreams to achieve big things in life. However, you can also wander around beaches and historical places, museums and more.

Bindiya, says: 2020

Person moving here i.e., Mumbai should know it is Capital of Maharashtra State of India. It is also termed as financial capital of the India. There are many monuments like the Gateway of India, Museum etc. tourists sites to be seen. Being the city of that importance it is overcrowded with people. The transport system like the buses and trains are overwhelmed with people.

Mumbai is the largest city in India. And, also Financial capital of India. Many people come here to work. Mumbai accepts everyone with love. It’s an amazing city with HIstorical background. It’s a saying that this city never sleeps. Many things are famous here most importantly Mumbai Rains. This is the city with the beach where you can spend your weekend to relax from a busy lifestyle of Mumbai. you can also visit Elephanta caves, Marine Drive, Gateway of India, and lots more. You Will never get sick of this city. you will experience daily challenges with full of fun.

Mekhola, says: 2020

It’s city of dreams with moderate culture. Everyone comes over here to fulfil their dream to work in Bollywood industry and most of them achieve it. And people are comes here to earn money as well. It’s financial center, it’s India’s largest city. On the Mumbai Harbour waterfront stands the iconic Gateway of India stone arch, built by the British Raj in 1924. Offshore, nearby Elephanta Island holds ancient cave temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The city’s also famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry.

Essaky, says: 2020

Mumbai is beautiful place settled for anyone. It is also called Queen’s necklace. It is also called dream city and have so many places to visit like marine drive, Gateway of India and many others. Most of the Bollywood celebrities live here and there is a famous place named Film city in Goregaon where most of the shooting of films are done.

Tanmayee, says: 2020

the people in my city are friendly and helpful. Mumbai is a great tourist place and a very popular place to visit in Mumbai is the Marine Drive or the Queen’s Necklace. The city is known as the city that never sleeps and true to it’s tag the local trains stop only for a few hours in the night. It’s a historical city and carries a beauty of its own.

Mumbai is a densely populated city on India’s west coast. A financial centre, it’s India’s largest city. On the Mumbai harbour waterfront stands the iconic gateway of India stone arch, built by the British Raj in 1924. Off-shore, nearby Elephanta Island holds ancient cave famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry.

Vasudha, says: 2020

Mumbai is financial capital of India, It’s mainly due to head offices of many corporate giants are located here. And, also Bombay Stock Exchange is located here where millions of transactions are done on daily basis. Also, this city had a historical significance due many historical monuments built during British rule.

Jaivinder, says: 2020

Mostly, the inhabitants of the city comprise of Marathis, Gujaratis, Zoroastrian Parsis and Konkanis. Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Jews, Parsis, Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains comprise of the total population of Mumbai. Although the population of the city exceeds 20 million people, Mumbai remains a relatively safe city for tourists and expatriates. An abundance of historical and cultural sites makes Mumbai one of the country’s most fascinating destinations. In addition to Gateway of India – the city’s most iconic landmark, the state capital of Maharashtra has interesting museums, eye-catching architecture, and some amazing Buddhist and Hindu caves.

Mumbai is the financial metro city in India like New York in USA. People belonging to different cultures and religions live in harmony together. It’s an island city and tourist from all over the world visit Mumbai. It’s has many heritage sites like the Museum, Mount Mary Church at Bandra, etc.

Kalika, says: 2020

Mumbai is the capital of Maharashtra. All are treated equally in Mumbai. Mumbai is a place where each and every person can survive. It is the financial centre. It is India’s largest city. Mumbai is famous for Gateway of India, Queen’s Necklace, Elephanta Caves etc. One of the safest place is Mumbai especially for women’s.

Logesh, says: 2020

Mumbai is a crowded city bustling with life. It is famous for its rich culture and varied cuisines. The people call themselves “Mumbaikars” and they are very friendly. Mumbai is also famous for many tourist attractions and museums. The museums have numerous artifacts of historic and prehistoric times. It is usually sunny most of the year and rains heavily during the monsoon season.

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