Top 10 Things to See in Mumbai (Bombay), India

Mumbai, India is a very fascinating place to visit. The city itself has a population of around 13 million. But when you add in a couple of the suburbs, where many go up to about 19 million. Hotel rooms are at a premium, so make sure you have a reservation in good time to go there or you might not be able to get a room. Try not to drive themselves. Get a driver who knows how to navigate through what looks like a whole parking of vehicles coming at you at rapid speed.

1. Gateway of India

This landmark is where the English King George V landed in India. People in Mumbai created this beautiful memorial for him. Gandhi returned from South Africa and passed through this arch on his return.

2. Chor Bazaar

The literal translation of this market is the Thieves Market ". If you love antiques this is the place for you. There is a whole district, or several blocks of nothing but antique shops. You may find that treasure you've been looking for several years and for a great price.

3. Bhau Daji Ladd Museum

This is a wonderfully restored museum that displays an extensive and beautiful decorative collection of their art. This may be the best overall museum in Mumbai. It's worth the trip to see this museum.

4. Haji Ali Mosque

An unforgettable sight at sunset, you can look out on the pier is located in the Arabian Sea and see this wonderful mosque silhouette in the sky. It is a beautiful white mosque built to honor the Muslim saint Haji Ali and houses his remains.

5. Cowpatty Beach

You come here for the thrill of seeing people, food stalls and tantalizing Indian food that is available to try. This is the place boys and girls find each other for a romantic walk on the beach. There is also a Ferris wheel, which has an engine. It is run by young men climbing on top of the wheel, then jumps to the next step down to make the wheel rotates.

6. Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum

These are the two-storey building where Mahatma Gandhi once lived. It is now a museum, library and research center. It is about Gandhi's life and the many battles that took place in India to receive its freedom peacefully. This is a very noticeable place.

7. Flora Fountain

Found in Martyr's Square in the heart of Mumbai's business district, a very ornate and stately fountains.

8. Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

A masterpiece of Gothic architecture and stained glass windows, this is India's most beautiful train station. Its towering spire, vaulted arches and pillars and columns of animal images carved into them.

9. Jyotiba Phule Market Mahatmy

The locals call this Market Crawford Market, and it is a must see. It is housed in a building that looks like something right out of Victorian London. You'll find little shops and stalls everywhere selling vegetables, pickles, chocolate toothpaste, meat, camera supplies and much more. This is a place you want to see.

10. Jehangir Art Gallery

The gallery exhibits art from past to present. An art gallery that Indian artist wants to get their work exhibited in because of its prestige.

11. Esselworld

An amusement park and water park combined just north of Mumbai. This is the place to get away from the city and relax for a few hours or one day. A big family where you can enjoy the charm of India.