About Mumbai
Mumbai flaunts an urban culture, with its major financial hubs contributing to its status as a City of Dreams. The peaceful coastline and the serene parks contrast with the vibrant city life. Some iconic sites include the Gateway of India, Marine Drive, which showcase the beauty and heritage of the city. The colonial architecture, handicraft sectors, and street food like Vada Pav and Pav Bhaji are specialties of the region. Travellers also plan a day tour or a weekend getaway to the historical Elephanta Caves, located near Mumbai.
Marine Drive, a popular promenade in the city, is known as the Queen's Necklace for its curved extension and glittering city views. Tourists can reach different parts of the city by train, with the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) as the main railway terminus. The railway station was also declared a UNESCO World Heritage because of its commuting importance and distinct Victorian architecture. Other places of interest include Mani Bhavan and Crawford Market for goods, while Chor Bazaar has a massive collection of antiques.
Mumbai Airport information
The primary air hub in Mumbai is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM). There are two terminals at the airport: Terminal 1, which handles domestic airlines, and Terminal 2, which serves flights to and from various international destinations. Travellers can book flights from Mumbai to both international destinations and cities in India.
The prominent facilities at the airport include restaurants for fine dining, a luxury lounge with a buffet and showers, and childcare facilities. A dedicated paid parking area is available outside the terminal with a cab-hailing service so passengers can navigate to different places in the city from the airport. During layovers, passengers can browse through the terminal shopping centres, which permit duty-free purchases of flying essentials, accessories, apparel, and souvenirs.
- IATA code: BOM
- Address: Santacruz East, Mumbai - 400099 ( Terminal 1 Domestic), Near Hotel Hyatt, Sahar Road, Andheri East, Mumbai - 400099, Maharashtra( Terminal 2 International)