C O N T E N T S
History of Mumbai .................................... 6 Fashion Street ................................................ 21
Mumbai – The Economic Power Heera Panna Shopping Complex ................... 21
House of the Country .................................... 7 Linking Road & Elco Arcade .......................... 21
Co-existence within the City of Mumbai .... 8 Maker Arcade .................................................. 21
Attractions in Mumbai ............................. 9 Other Conventional Markets in Mumbai ...... 21
Beaches & Lakes ........................................ 9 Museums ................................................... 22
Aarey Lake ...................................................... 9 Ballard Bunder Museum ................................. 22
Girgaum Chowpaty Beach ............................ 9 BEST Transport Museum ................................ 23
Juhu Beach ...................................................... 9 Bombay Natural History Society Museum ... 24
Manori & Gorai Beach .................................... 10 Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu
Marve & Erangal Beaches ............................... 10 Sangrahalaya .................................................... 25
Powai Lake ...................................................... 10 Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum ............................. 26
Vihar Lake ....................................................... 10 .
F D. Alphaiwala (Parsi Museum) .................... 27
Caves ......................................................... 11 IMS Vikrant – The Naval Museum ................. 28
Elephanta Caves ............................................. 11 Indian Monetary Museum ............................... 29
Jogeshwari Caves ........................................... 11 Mani Bhavan .................................................... 30
Kanheri Caves ................................................. 11 National Gallery of Modern Art ..................... 32
Karla Caves ..................................................... 12 Nehru Centre ‘Discovery of India’ ............... 33
Kondvita (Mahakali Caves .............................. 12 Nehru Science Centre .................................. 34
Mandapeshwar Caves ..................................... 12 Religious Places ......................................... 35
Clocks (Ancient & Heritage) .................... 13 Babulnath Temple ........................................... 35
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus ......................... 13 Banganga ......................................................... 35
David Sassoon Library .................................... 13 Haji Ali Dargah ............................................... 35
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule (Crawford) Market . 14 Mahalaxmi Temple .......................................... 35
Naval Dockyard .............................................. 14 Mount Mary Church ....................................... 36
Rajabai Tower .................................................. 14 Mumbadevi Temple ........................................ 36
Sassoon Dock .................................................. 15 Siddhivinayak Temple ..................................... 36
Sun Dial in INS Angre .................................... 15 Sports & Adventure ................................. 36
Fort ............................................................. 16 Essel Water ..................................................... 36
Bandra Fort ..................................................... 16 Water Kingdom ............................................... 36
Godbunder Fort ............................................. 17 Golf .................................................................. 37
Sewri Fort ....................................................... 17 Mahalaxmi Racecourse ................................... 37
Worli Fort ....................................................... 18 Mumbai Marathon ........................................... 37
Lighthouses ............................................... 18 Parasailing & Water Surfing ............................ 37
Arnala Lighthouse ........................................... 18 Other Tourist Attractions ......................... 38
Dolphin Lighthouse ........................................ 18 Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus ......................... 38
Kanhoji Angre Island Lighthouse ................... 19 Film City ......................................................... 38
Prong’s Lighthouse ......................................... 19 Gateway of India ............................................. 38
Sun Rock Lighthouse ..................................... 19 Hanging Gardens ............................................ 38
Uttan Lighthouse ........................................... 20 Hutatma Chowk ............................................. 39
Markets ...................................................... 20 Jehangir Art Gallery ....................................... 39
Atria Mall ......................................................... 20 Marine Drive ................................................... 39
Chor Bazaar .................................................... 20 MCGM – Headquarter ................................... 39
Crawford Market & Nehru Planetarium ......................................... 40
Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market …….……… 20 Worli Fishing Village ...................................... 40
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Zoo (Veermata Jijabai Bhosle Udyan) ........... 40 Travel Related Services ................................. 75
Festivals & Events ..................................... 41 Tourism Departments .................................... 75
Banganga ......................................................... 41 Tourist Bus Hubs ............................................ 77
Elephanta Festival ........................................... 41 Car Rentals ..................................................... 78
Ganesh Chaturthi…………………………... 41 Cool Cab and Taxi Services ........................... 78
(Ashtavinayak Pilgrim Tour) .......................... 42 Hospitality ................................................. 78
Janamashtami (Govinda) ................................. 43 Café ................................................................. 78
Kala Ghoda Festival ........................................ 43 Fast Food ......................................................... 79
Navaratri Mahalaxmi Fair & Durga Puja ......... 43 Mumbai’s Night Life ....................................... 79
The Heritage Walks ................................... 44 Restaurants ..................................................... 80
Star Category Hotels ..................................... 82
Railway Stations on the Central, Western &
Harbour Lines ............................................ 46 (Wining & Dinning at Star Category Hotels) 83
Mumbai Metro Map ......................................... 47 Luxury Residency & Service Apartments .... 85
Mumbai City Map ........................................... 49-52 Youth Hostels ................................................. 85
Anecdotes on Mumbai ............................. 54 Shopping ................................................... 85
MTDC Resorts, City Tour (Nilambari), Antiques, Art & Curios .................................. 85
Public Holidays ......................................... 55 Books ............................................................... 86
Deccan Odyssey itinerary ......................... 56 Children Wear ................................................ 87
Ajanta & Ellora Caves (World Heritage Sites) Consumer Goods ........................................... 87
......................................................................... 58 Departmental Stores ...................................... 87
Getaways ................................................... 60 Foreign Retail Brands ..................................... 87
Alibaug ............................................................ 60 Gifting Solutions ............................................ 88
Bhandardara ..................................................... 60 Handloom & Handicrafts ................................ 88
Ganpatipule ..................................................... 60 Home Décor ................................................... 89
Goa .................................................................. 61 Jewelery .......................................................... 89
Harnai .............................................................. 61 Leather/Shoes ................................................. 89
Khandala .......................................................... 61 Lifestyle Stores .............................................. 90
Konkeshwar .................................................... 61 Men/Women Brands ....................................... 90
Lonavala ........................................................... 62 Music Stores ................................................... 91
Mahabaleshwar ................................................ 62 Opticians ......................................................... 91
Matheran ......................................................... 62 Sarees, Designer Wear & Boutiques ............. 91
Shopping Malls ................................................ 92
Murud-Janjira ................................................... 62
Sports Wear .................................................... 93
Panchgani ........................................................ 63
State Emporia & Khadi Gramudyog ............... 93
Pench Sillari .................................................... 63 Toys ................................................................. 93
Pune ................................................................. 63 Up-market Fashions ....................................... 93
Raigad .............................................................. 63 Watches .......................................................... 93
Ratnagiri .......................................................... 64 Entertainment & Recreation .................... 94
Amusement & Water Parks ............................ 94
Shirdi ............................................................... 64
Cinemas .......................................................... 94
Silvasa .............................................................. 64
Culture Centers/ Performance Theaters/
Tarkarli ............................................................ 64 Auditoriums .................................................... 94
Other Attractions .......................................... 64 Public Libraries ............................................... 94
IRCTC Rail Tour Packages & Salsa ................................................................. 95
Bharat Darshan Tours ............................... 65 Helpline & Services ................................... 95
Commercial Information .......................... 67 Ambulance ...................................................... 95
Banks & Financial Inst. & Reg. Authorities Courier Services ............................................ 95
................................................................... 67 Fire Stations .................................................... 95
Foreign Banks ................................................. 67 Hospitals & Blood Banks ................................ 95
Indian PSU Banks ............................................ 67 Police .............................................................. 95
Multilateral Financial Institutions .................. 68 Railways .......................................................... 95
Private Banks .................................................. 70 Roadways ........................................................ 96
Regulatory Authorities .................................. 70 Telecommunications ...................................... 96
Diplomatic Missions .................................. 70 Cosmetics, Health, Fitness & Skin Clinics
................................................................... 96
Tour, Travel & Related Services ................ 73
Alternate Therapy .......................................... 96
Airport Offices International ......................... 73
Beauty Saloons ............................................... 96
Airport Offices Domestic .............................. 74
Cosmetic Surgery, ......................................... 96
Tour, Travel Agents & Cruise Operators ...... 75 Health & Fitness Centers .............................. 96
Mumbai Sightseeing Tours ............................. 75 Exhibition Grounds & Business
Convention Centres ................................. 98
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QUICK FACTS
Area: 440 sq km
Population: 12,596,000
Languages: Marathi, Hindi,
English, and Gujarati
Altitude: Sea level
Monsoon: Jun-Sep
Rainfall: 212 cm
Temperature: Summer:
33.3 oC(max), 22.7oC(min)
Winter: 29oC (max), 19oC(min)
HISTORY OF MUMBAI
H istorically the city of Mumbai comprised
seven islands, namely Upper Colaba, Old
Woman’s Island or Lower Colaba, Central
With increasing prosperity and growing political
power following the 1817 victory over the
Marathas, the British embarked upon
Island, Mazgaon, Sewri, Mahim, and Worli. reclamations and large scale engineering works
These islands were a part of North Konkan in Mumbai.
known as Aparanta in the Puranas. Suparas
was the capital of this area. The islands were
covered with coconut palms and were inhabited
by Kolis (fisherfolk). The changes in dynastic
rulers such as Rastrakutas and Silharas lead a
peaceful life till Allauddin Khilji defeated them
in 1294.
The islands were ruled by a succession of
dynasties invaded by Muslims in the 14th
century and then ceded to Portugal by the
Town Hall
Sultan of Gujarat in 1534. Then, around 120
years later, the islands were given to the English Local Trains
King Charles II in dowry on his marriage to the
Portuguese Princess Catherine Braganza in 1661.
Nariman Point
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MUMBAI
The Economic Power House of the Country
(Facts & Figures)
• Mumbai is the capital of Maharashtra as also commercial trading and
financial capital of the country.
• Located in ideal time zone between London and Tokyo, is the most
sought after destination for international financial business.
• The presence of two major ports – Mumbai Port and Jawaharlal
Nehru Port makes it hubs for international trade and exports.
• The airports in Mumbai handle two-fifth of India’s international
passenger and one-fourth of domestic passenger traffic.
• The city houses the corporates headquarters of the professionally
managed corporates, financial institutions and multi-nationals.
• The city contributes over 20% of the income tax revenue of the
Government of India and over 30% of the custom duties.
• Centre of the Indian Banking and Financial services with headquarters
of Reserve Bank of India and all major banks, financial institutions,
insurance companies, mutual funds. Treasuries of banks, dealing in
foreign exchange handling inter bank currency dealings, are
headquartered in the city.
• The Banks in the city accounts for more than one-fourth of the bank
credit of the country. Handles over 30% of cheque clearances in
terms of number and over 60% in terms of value, which is more
than ten times that of any other metro in the country.
• Offices of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and
Clearing Corporation of India Ltd. are located in Mumbai.
• Location of Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) – country’s oldest and
biggest Stock Exchange in terms of market capital, National Stock
Exchange (NSE). Accounts for over two-thirds country’s stock
turnover.
• Mumbai is the seat of Bollywood and is the entertainment capital of
India.
• Emerged as a major health tourism destination on account of world
class medical and health facilities in leading hospitals in India.
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Co-existence within the City of Mumbai
High Rise Residential Complex
Corporate Residence
Mumbai is truly a cosmopolitan city. A unique
feature of the city of Mumbai is its extreme
co-existence - the corporate / business houses,
high-rise residential complexes, slums and
chawls in vicinity, and their mutual
interdependence complementing each other’s
economic needs. ‘Mumbai’ represents the
collaborative nature of urbanism in colonial
history, where all strata of societies live in peace
and harmony.
The Business Hub & Slum
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ATTRACTIONS
BEACHES & LAKES
Aarey Lake
1. Aarey lake
Aarey lake is tucked away inside the expansive parklands of the Aarey Milk Colony. You'll find
a small lake with row boats and paddle boats, attractive gardens and colorful flowers, lotus pond,
and plenty of places to relax and enjoy some Indian chai (tea). There's another popular garden
a short distance away, aptly named the "Picnic Spot". Located : Goregaon East, 32 kilometers (20
miles) north west of the city center.
Girgaum Chowpaty
2. Girgaum Chowpaty Beach
Girgaum Chowpaty is Mumbai's most famous
beach. In the evening the atmosphere is more
like a carnival: Ferrys wheels, pony rides,
monkey shows, and even the odd self -styled
gymnast who will demonstrate amazing yogic
postures for a small fee. At one end is a row of
bhelpuri shops hawking Mumbai's most popular
snacks. Chowpaty Beach is a famous site where
the idols of Lord Ganesh are immersed in the
Juhu Beach
sea, marking the end of Ganesh Chaturthi
festival.
3. Juhu Beach
Like Chowpaty, its uptown counterpart. The
Juhu Beach is a bourgeois paradise. Juhu Beach
get strokes of turquoise waves. One can access
this unruffled beach from Vile Parle, Santacruz
and Andheri. The lovely sight of sun descending
into the vast Arabian Sea, presents an amazing
vista.
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ATTRACTIONS
Manon Beach 4. Manori & Gorai Beaches
Both these are excellent, safe suburban
beaches, linked by a rocky headland and
accessed across a small creek from mainland
Mumbai. On the other side, Manori beach is a
ten minute rickshaw ride away, fringed with
swaying palm trees and a row of beach-side
cottage hotels. One of the most famous of
these is Manori Bel, a cluster of white washed
spanish-style villas with clean bright rooms and
charming wicker furniture.
5. Marve & Erangal Beaches
Across the creek from Manori, on the mainland
itself, Marve is the retreat of Mumbai's beau
monde. This is where most of India's big
industrial houses have their weekend bungalows
beautiful, sprawling mansions tucked along the
winding coastal road. Hotels on this stretch
mainly cater to corporate types. Further down
at Erangal, the road tapers out into a large
fishing village inhabited by koli - the fisherfolks.
At its southern tip there's a derelict seventeenth
century Portuguese fortress that affords an
unbroken view of Mumbai's famous skyline. Marve & Erangal Beach
The nearest railhead, Malad is a suburban
station on the western railways from where
buses ply to these beaches.
6. Powai Lake
Powai Lake is situated in the Northern suburb
of Mumbai. It is an artificial lake, towards the
west of the Indian Institute of Technology, the
Premier Institute of Science and Technology.
The lake built by the British in 1890, adds to
the charm of the Bombay city of India. It owes
it name to Framaji Kavasji Powai Estate, belonging
to a Parsi merchant. Powai Lake is easily
approachable from King Circle, Sion and Kurla
as well as from Santacruz and Andheri. Powai Lake
Vihar Lake 7. Vihar Lake
It is the largest lake in the Mumbai
city, situated inside the premises of
the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The
lake lies between Tulsi Lake and Powai
Lake. Vihar Lake serves as one of
the sources serving Mumbai's water
needs, especially of its southern
region. The overflow level of the lake
is approximately 80.42 m. It is one
of the most popular shooting
locations. The serenity of the Vihar
Lake provides the best relief from
the mundane and hectic city life.
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ATTRACTIONS
CAVES
8. Elephanta Caves
The Elephanta island is located 10 km from the
Mumbai harbour, north east of Apollo Bunder
and embraces Elephanta Caves one of the
world heritage sites in India. Earlier known as
Gharapuri - meaning peaceful abode of Lord
Shiva, the site was discovered in the 6th century.
As soon as the Portuguese arrived and saw the
carved elephant on the island, it was named
Elephanta Caves.
An epitome of Hindu cave culture, Elephanta
consists of five caves of which the most notable
is the Mahesh Teenmurti Cave. The main
temple consists of a large pillared mandapa
(hall) and a freestanding square shrine at the
Elephanta (Gharapuri) west end of the hall.
Jogeshwari 9. Jogeshwari Caves
Being one of the sacred Hindu places in
Mumbai, Jogeshwari Cave is a 1500-year-old
historical structures. Long flight of steps leads
to the main hall of this atmospheric cave temple
and has central pillared hall containing a shrine
and a Lingam. There are several other smaller
chambers with idols of Datta, Hanuman, Mata
and Jogeshwari inside the cave.
While settlements sprawl the sunken rock
complex, the slim passage leads to the entrance
of Jogeshwari Caves. The complex no longer
has its boundary walls.
10. Kanheri Caves Kanheri
The Sanjay Gandhi National Park, commonly
known as the Borivili National Park, is a
miraculously preserved natural oasis in the
heart of an urban sprawl. Situated in the heart
of this park, Kanheri Caves comprises of a
total of 104 rock-cut caves, the largest specimen
of this style of architecture in India, possibly in
the world. The Kanheri Caves are the Buddhist
caves (monasteries) where monks practiced
their austerities around first century. Caves
contain Dagoba Buddhist Shrines with more
than 100 tiny cells the Viharas (resident cells)
cut into flank of a hill, each filled with a stone
plinth that evidently served as bed, prayer and
meditation halls (chaitya), water cisterns (kund
or podhi), relic and memorial stupas (dagoba),
crematorium and university. Kanheri is replete
with epigraphic inscriptions in Pali, Sanskrit,
even Persian and Chinese that shed light on a
horde of information concerning the political,
social, economic, religious set up of those by-
gone day.
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ATTRACTIONS
11. Karla Caves
The Buddhist Karla Caves lie in the western
ghats, about 114 kms. away from Mumbai.
Built in the time of the Hinayana sect, during
the Satavahana rule, these caves do not actually
show the Buddha. A steep 350-step climb leads
to the caves.
At the entrance is a recently built temple,
accompanied by a pillar from the Buddhist
period. The facade of the caves is formed by
carved temple screens, sculpted with railing
ornaments and human couples. Outer and
inner screens form an ante chamber to the
main cave. The panels of the wooden doors
Karla Caves
and windows are finely decorated with intricate
sculptures of couples embracing.
with magnificent carvings of three elephants,
By the seventh century AD, the Mahayana sect. On each side, fifteen pillars separate the
took over and representations of Buddha narrow aisles from the central arch. The pillars
became more common. At the central doorway, are adorned with motifs of elephants, men
are the sculptures of the Buddha preaching and women riding, etc. All three caves also
while seated on a lion-supported throne, along abound with finely carved Viharas and Chaityas.
12. Kondvita (Mahakali Caves)
The Kondvita or Mahakali caves in Andheri East
are by far the cleanest of Mumbai's lesser
caves. The complex is fairly big with 20 cells
and caves. The caves were center of Buddhism.
The new name - Mahakali caves is therefore
misleading. The caves are carved into a long
hillside. One small cave in the middle, houses
a 'Stupa' inside a capsule like chamber. The
right wall of this cave has a panel depicting
seated Buddha and a few Buddhist legends.
Kondvita (Mahakali) The other two caves in Kondvita merit
attention. One of these caves has a multi-tiered
look and was possibly used for meditation.
The other cave is towards the end of the row
13. Mandapeshwar Caves and has small pillared hall with nine chamber
The caves were surprisingly built by Buddhists openings into it.
possibly with the help of Persians. The
sculptures in these caves are estimated to have Mandapeshwar
been carved out of the cave walls in the same
period as of those seen in the more splendid
Jogeshwari Caves. It once contained the largest
Mandapa and a prominent Garbagriha. The
caves unfortunately faced a series of invasions
by different rulers, each ruler attempting to
establish the supremacy of his state religion by
defacing these magnificent monolithic
sculptures. Most of what can be seen on the
walls now are just dilapidated remains which
are sad reminders of its glorious past. Centuries
after the caves were built, the Franciscian
Priests occupied the cave and built a church
(now called IC Church) and a graveyard right
on top of it, over the ruins of a once grand
Shivaji fort. The caves stand, but neglected.
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ATTRACTIONS
CLOCKS
(ANCIENT & HERITAGE)
Chhatrapati Shivaji (VT) Terminus
14. Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Gothic structure was designed in 1878 by F. W.
Stevens and at a cost of 1.6 million rupees.
(formerly known as Victoria The statue atop the dome and the intriguing
Terminus) figures of animals and bird represent 'Progress'
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) is Mumbai's and 'Prosperity'.
architectural masterpiece. It stands on the old It is the Central Railways’ headquarter and
Bori Bunder station from where Asia's first consists of 15 platforms. It is the terminating
train departed on 6th April, 1853. This solid station for central and harbour line local trains
and long distance central railways’ trains.
Sassoon Library
15. David Sassoon Library
The David Sassoon Library is the name of a
famous library and heritage structure in
Mumbai. The idea of a library to be situated in
the center of the city was the brainchild of
Albert Sassoon, son of the famous Baghdadi
Jew philanthropist, David Sassoon. The building
was designed by architects J. Campbell & G.E.
Gosling for the Scott McClelland & Company,
at a cost of Rs. 125000. David Sassoon donated
Rs. 60000, while the rest was borne by the
Government of Bombay Presidency.
The library is located on Rampart Row, looking
across the Kala Ghoda. The building, completed in
1870, is built using yellow Malad stone, much like
the abutting Elphinston College, Army and Navy
Buildings and Watson's Hotel. Above the entrance
portico is a white stone bust of David Sassoon.
The building also houses the Lund and Blockley
opticians which also supplied the clock adorning
the tower of the David Sassoon Library.
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ATTRACTIONS
16. Mahatama Jyotiba Phule Jyotiba phule (Crawford) Market
(Crawford) Market
The British-built Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market
in Mumbai is located at the junction of
Dadabhoy Naoroji Road and Carnac Road and
is just north of Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
There is a bas-relief containing the image of
Indian peasants working in a wheat field. This
building is noted for its tall clock tower and
steeple. The overall splendor of this building
reminds one of the Victorian era.
It is primarily a wholesale market containing
shops that deal in flowers, fruits, vegetables
and other imported packed and processed food
products, all under a single roof. This grand
old building was formerly known by the name
Crawford Market, in memory of Arthur
Crawford, the first Municipal Commissioner city. A British architect named Lockwood Kipling
of Mumbai. The building of Mahatma Jyotiba (father of Rudyard Kipling) designed the outer
Phule Market was constructed in the year 1871. frenzies and the stone fountain situated inside.
It originally belonged to a noble person named The building conforms to the Norman Gothic
Cowasji Jehangir, who later donated it to the style of architecture.
17. Naval Dockyard Indian Navy Dockyard
Maritime activities including shipbuilding in India
trace their genesis to 2600 BC. Naval Dockyard
in Mumbai, the premier Dockyard of our
nation, has contributed in ample measure to
this heritage since its inception in 1735. The
old heritage buildings of Naval Dockyard (from
Lion Gate to Old Customs House) with the
clock tower manufactured & fitted by M/s Lund
& Blockley in 1904. (opposite Great Western
Building) on the east side of Shahid Bhagat
Singh Road, belong to the original dockyard
constructed by Lowji Wadia. The Dock frontage
on the Shahid Bhagat Singh Road forms a facade/
magnificent wall which remained almost
unchanged over the past 200 years. Early prints
and engravings depict it as one of the main
street fronts of early Bombay, overlooking the
street which led past the Scots Kirk (also
known as the Church of St Andrews and St of St Martin-in-the-Fields London), built in the
Columbus Scottish Church - which also has an year 1815, and Great Western Hotel (formerly
ancient clock, fashioned after the popular design the Admiralty House) built in the year 1764.
Rajabhai Tower
18. Rajabai Tower
Next to the Bombay High Court, the Venetian Gothic University has a
Gothic clock tower 260 feet high that is curiously adorned with oriental
figures.
In the old days it used to play Rule Britannia, God Save the King and a
Handel Symphony among sixteen tunes that changed four times a day,
now the repertoire is limited to the wafting chimes of the Big Ben on
the quarter hour. The Rajabai Clock Tower is named after the mother
of a 19th century stockbroker, who contributed towards its construction.
Under the clock tower is the magnificent University Library, with
undoubtedly some of the most exquisite stained glass windows in Asia.
These have been recently treated by British conservationists and restored
to their pristine glory.
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ATTRACTIONS
Sassoon Dock
19. Sassoon Dock
Sassoon Dock smells of fish.
There are shelters where the auction of the fish takes place every morning. Once the auction is over,
the hustle and bustle of the fish market dies down to a strange lull, a lull only to be broken by the
fishermen preparing to go again for the catch next morning. Commonly, fishermen can be seen
cooking and mending their fishing nets. The feel of the dock is historical. There are ruins of the old
warehouses, an old chimney and clock tower at the entrance, which speak a lot about olden times.
20. Sundial in the INS Angre Sun Dial in INS Angre
INS Angre, the shore administrative and logistic
support establishment of the Western Naval
Command, is a giant organisation. Historically,
Angre was known as Castle Barracks, which
has a chequered history.
In the 16th century AD, Bombay was an
archipelago of seven marshy islands leased by
the King of Portugal to his compatriot Garcia
de Orta, a famous botanist-physician in 1548.
He built a wooden Manor House. In early times,
the area around the Manor House consisted of
a sea-front wall and four guns mounted on it
was known as Castle Barracks.
The British became the masters of the island
when the Portuguese gave it in the form of
dowry to King Charles II for the marriage of
Catherine Braganza of Portugal. The Manor
Barracks retains some of the original structures
House became officially the seat of power of
and relics. The three ramparts and the fort
British Empire when Humphrey Cook signed
walls, the four bastions called tank bastion
the Instrument of Possession in 1665. In 1940,
(present Base Sick Quarters), cavalier bastion
the Castle was commissioned as HMIS
(present Command Meteorological Office),
Dalhousie and renamed as INS Dalhousie on
flagstaff bastion (present office of Commodore,
January 26, 1950, the day India became republic.
Naval Barracks) and Barb Tree Bastion (present
The establishment was renamed INS Angre
Court Martial Room), massive wooden gates
on September 15, 1951 in the honour of great
at two entrances and a ten-feet Portuguese
Maratha Admiral, Kanhoji Angre.
sundial remind the visitors of the rich history
Even after more than four centuries, the Castle of the establishment.
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ATTRACTIONS
FORTS
Bandra Fort
Background 21. Bandra Fort
Mumbai right from the early historical period, Bandra fort, one of the biggest fort in Mumbai,
has been an important trade centre. Owing to owing to its location and size played an important
its coastal location, Mumbai was constantly role in the struggle for supremacy over Bombay.
invaded. Numerous forts have been built Although the contenders for powers in 17th
through the coastlines to fiercely defend the and 18th century kept an eye on this fort, which
city. The ‘forts’ primarily crown important was built by the Portuguese in 1640 AD. After
‘creeks’ and ‘mouth of rivers’ and explicitly the seven islands of Mumbai was ceded to the
indicate the importance of the Mumbai harbour. British in 1661, the fort became an important
Each fort through the Konkan coastline, watch tower between the Portuguese held
originated in different periods and is of different Salsette Island on which it stood, and the British
dimension with totally different architectural held islands to the South. The Maratha army
features. Many of these forts are associated attacked the fort in 1937 but failed to capture
with Shivaji - the great Maratha warrior. The it. The Maratha subsequently conquered almost
forts are large enough to withstand any attack entire northern Konkan area. Anticipating the
for any length of time and were considered as consequences of the Maratha gaining control over
mini-cities, the concept which was not peculiar this fort, the British suggested that the Portuguese
to Shivaji alone. Even the Portuguese who came destroy the fort rather than surrendering it. In
to India as traders and missionaries built within the year 1739, both the European powers just
a century of their coming to India ‘Bassein - a did that – destroyed the fort. Restoration of the
garden city’. The forts of the Northern Konkan Bandra fort is an attempt to restore heritage and
were built either by the Portuguese or by the historic legacy of the city.
British.
Bandra Fort
Mumbai Fort Circuit
The Directorate of Archaeology and Museums,
Government of Maharashtra has initiated the
Mumbai Fort Circuit - including Sewri, Worli,
Bandra and Godbunder Forts which primarily
represent the western fort architecture in
Maharashtra. These four forts witnessed
several battles for supremacy amongst many
territorial rulers. The ongoing repair and
restoration of forts has been carried out jointly
with the MTDC.
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22. Godbunder Fort
Godbunder Fort was built by the Portuguese.
Several attempts were made by the Marathas
to capture the fort. The Marathas eventually
succeeded. The key location, picturesque
setting and historical background makes
Godbunder fort an important landmark. The
restoration and beautification of these medieval
forts will open gateways to the tourists.
Godbunder Fort
23. Sewri Fort Sewri Fort
Sewri fort lies amidst the
bustling city of Mumbai
and on its eastern edge.
The fort built by the British
on a quarried hill in 1680
was originally meant to be
a ‘checkpost’. Once the
British gained power, the
Sewri fort was converted
into prison and later used
for storage. In the year
1772, the fort held-off a
Portuguese attack. After
India’s independence the
fort was taken over by the
Mumbai Port Trust.
Sewri fort is one of the
most beautiful forts,
located about half a
kilometer from Sewri station and is
approachable from Parel, Dadar and Wadala.
The restoration process will preserve the eco- Of the world’s five species of flamingoes two
system in the proximity and develop the ‘Sewri occur in Indian continent – the greater flamingo
Bay’ to make a gallery for viewing Flamingoes or Phoenicopterus roseus and the lesser
- one of the most primitive living birds that flamingo or Phoeniconaias minor. Greater
evolved million years ago. flamingoes are the tallest birds with an average
height of 4 feet. The lesser flamingoes
Flamingo compensate for their shorter stature by
richness of their colour. The largest population
approximately half a million nest and breed at
the Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat. Other
flamingo flocks, relatively of smaller size inhabit
Point Calimere in the Thanjavur District of
Tamil Nadu, Chilka in Orissa and Samhar Lake
in Rajasthan. Soda lakes, salt lagoons and tidal
mud flats form the habitats of flamingoes, for
their food which chiefly consists crustaceans,
worms and blue green algae. The pink colour
of the flamingoes is due to the pink pigment
found in the algae eaten by these birds.
Flamingoes are now largely seen in Maharashtra
and can be viewed from the Sewri ‘fort
flamingo bay’.
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24. Worli Fort
Worli fort was built by Portuguese during the
16th century and was handed over to the British
in 1665 along with the seven islands of Mumbai
under the terms of Royal Treaty between the
Great Britain and Portugal. Prior to these,
during the seven year war were between the
British and Napoleon, Worli fort was
strengthened and garrison was increased. It
served as a watch tower in the sea front. Gun
slits can still be seen on the walls of this historic
fort. Worli fort is located a kilometre from the
Worli Fort BEST bus station and is approachable through
the Worli village.
LIGHTHOUSES
Arnala 25. Arnala Lighthouse
Arnala Lighthouse is about 10 km West by road
from Virar Railway station (Mumbai-Surat Trunk
Route). Positioned at 19 degree 27.4'N & 72
degree 44.8' E, is accessible through pucca
road up to the lighthouse. Flashes (3) white &
red signals every 15 seconds. A new 15 m MS
trestle tower replaced the earlier structure
and a DA gas flasher inside 300 mm optic and
a sun valve were installed over this tower in
1967. Under the scheme of modernization a
new 30 m GI trestle with arrangement to hoist
storm warning signals was erected in 1996 and
a revolving light (Tideland make) was installed
over it. The new light was commissioned on
24th June 1996.
Dolphin
26. Dolphin Lighthouse
It is one of the three lighthouses in the Mumbai
harbour off the coast of Mumbai. It can be
seen from the Gateway of India, near the
middle ground, 0.2mt. wide.
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Kanhoji Angre Island Lighthouse 27. Kanhoji Angre Island
Lighthouse
Kanhoji Angre Island previously known as
Khanderi (Kennery) island is an off shoot hillock
off the western ghat ranges and is situated
opposite Thal fishing port in Alibagh district
south of Bombay. Positioned at 18 °42.1' N &
72°48.8' E flashes(2) White Red every 10 sec
ranging 25 Nautical Miles, Red 22 Nautical Miles.
It is 30 m high Octagonal masonry tower,
commissioned in 1852.
Kanhoji island lighthouse under MbPT, is an
important landmark at the entrance to the
Bombay harbour. The island is approachable
by a motor launch of Mumbai port trust or by
hiring a boat from Thal port. There is a fort on
the island , built by the Portuguese and later
occupied by Marathas to lodge their army and
navy Kanhoji Angre took command of the
Maratha navy in 1708. he fought and won a
number of sea battles till his death in 1729.
Khanderi island was renamed in his honour in
1998 on the occasion of 125th anniversary of
Mumbai Port Trust.
28. Prong's Lighthouse Prong’s Lghthouse
It is the southernmost of the three lighthouses.
The other two are Sunk Rock and Dolphin.
The Prong's Lighthouse was built in 1875, the
same year eponimus Sassoon Dock was built
by David Sassoon. The Lighthouse can be
reached by foot from southern end of Colaba
at low tide during spring. 10-second white
flashing beam can be seen at a distance of 30
km (18 miles). The Lighthouse had a cannon
during the British rule to secure the bay.
Sunk Rock Lighthouse
29. Sunk Rock Lighthouse
It is one of the three lighthouses in the South
Mumbai harbour off the coast of Mumbai. It is
red and yellow checkered tower , located 5
km (3 miles from the Gateway of India)
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30. Uttan Lighthouse Uttan Lighthouse
Situated at 23 nautical miles and is positioned
at 18º52.7N & 72º48'E. By road it is 12 km
from Bhayander local railway station and is
situated on a hillock, south of the entrance of
the Vasai creek.
It is 52 mt. high circular tower (red, white
and black colour), commissioned in 1960.
MARKETS
Mumbai has a host of shopping places to be
explored. From air-conditioned malls to
branded shops, from celebrity outlets to street
side stalls, Mumbai has got something for
everyone.
31. Atria Mall
Number of mega shopping malls have
recently developed across the city.
Atria mall is one of the prominent malls
on the western coastline in the vicinity
of major tourist and business location
Worli.
Atria Mall
32. Chor Bazaar
Chor Bazaar is known as Mumbai's paradise
for antique hunters. It is a thieves market,
(stolen articles put up for sale) situated at the
Mutton Street. Chor Bazaar has an old collection
of shops that have everything one wishes to
buy - be at motor part, furniture, decorative
item or antiques. Few shops have some alluring
antique jewelery, old timepieces, even
Maharaja's sword. Bargaining is the key to
shopping in this market.
Chor Bazar
33. Crawford Market & Mahatma
Jyotiba Phule Market
It is one of the prominent markets in Mumbai and is located
to the south of Mumbai - north of CST and opposite police
headquarters. The market is named after the Mumbai's
first City Municipal Commissioner, Arthur Crawford. Built
in 1871, the Crawford Market is also known as Mahatma
Jyotiba Phule Market. The market sells vegetable, fruits,
poultry and smuggled processed and packaged food products
and cosmetics.
The main Crawford market has a network of lanes specialised
in clothing, electronic goods, artificial flowers, decoration
Crawford Market items, stationery, dry fruits, packing material, toys etc.
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34. Fashion Street
The exports’- surplus of
readymade garments land at the
Fashion Street - a huddle of little
shops at M. G. Road. The fashion
available at fraction of a price in
foreign stores, is grabbed by
fashion conscious, collegians, off
the rack. Haggling and bargaining,
of course is half the fun of buying.
The clothes, fashion accessories
and footwear are of good quality
and the cheapest anywhere in the
world. Fashion Street
35. Heera Panna Shopping
Complex
It is one of the oldest, established and most
famous shopping markets in Mumbai. It is a
blissful place for shopping freaks and is well
known amongst Mumbaikars as grey market
for original and authentic electronic goods.
36. Linking Road & Elco Linking Road
Arcade at Bandra
Linking Road & Elco Market are
most popular markets in the heart
of Bandra. Markets sell everything
from bags, shoes, clothes, fashion
accessories, lingerie etc. The
Linking Road also has numerous
fancy shopping arcades and
branded showrooms.
37. Maker Arcade, Cuffe Parade
One of the economical markets in the most
posh localities of Mumbai, is the Maker Arcade
that houses several branded departmental
stores and super-markets. International brands
,
(GAP NEXT, French Connection, Gymboree,
Old Navy etc.) from US and Europe, import
readymade garments from India. The export
surplus of these exclusive international brands
are available in Maker Arcade Market at
fraction of a price in respective countries.
‘Other unconventional Markets in Mumbai’
• Gandhi Market near King Circle, Matunga. • Lohar Chawl for electronics and hardware.
• Dadar Phool Market (wholesale flower • Abdul Rehman Street for party decoration.
market). • Zaveri Bazaar for jewellery.
• Opera House for electronic goods. • Bhuleshwar for festive, marriage and
• Lamington Road for automotive religious ceremony articles.
components. • Mohammed Ali Road for old books.
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MUSEUMS
38. Ballard Bunder Museum
Depicts evolution of Mumbai around its harbor
and tales of its people and their contributions.
The Indian Navy standing tall as blue water
force capable of undertaking operations
anywhere in Indian Ocean and building bridges
of friendship, dedicated the Ballard Bunder
museum to the city of Mumbai.
The Colonial Gates - The Ballard Bunder Gate built
Ballard Bunder - Trincomalle
in 1920 had many counterparts during colonial period
including Portuguese Gate of the Castle and the
Gateway of India built by same architect George Willet,
four years later in 1924.
Bombay to Mumbai - The Maps give fascinating
evolution of Mumbai from a group of seven islands to
a continuous landmass.
Ship Building - Under East India Company, large scale
ship building started in 1735. Bombay - a 42 gun ship
was built in 1793 with its present flag bearer INS
Mumbai; the Ganges - a 84 gun ship built in 1821 with
its present incarnation INS Ganga, both built at
Mazgaon Docks.
Light House - The light houses have played a leading
role in the development of Mumbai as a major
harbour. Some of them still around and continue to
use kerosene wicks to produce light beams that travel
30 miles into the sea Karanja, North, Tucker, Uran
beacons, Khanderi light, Dolphin Rock light, Prongs, Deep Diving Helmet
Afghan Church, the Bombay Floating light (1872,
1929).
The Port of Mumbai - played a pivotal role in the
economic development of our country. The
constitution of Bombay Port Trust in 1873, marks
the history of trade, commerce and economic
development. Ballard Estate is a product of this
glorious history.
Mumbai on wheels - depicts the development of
transport network in the city.
Mumbai Forts - features some of the ancient
dilapidated forts in the city Bandra Fort, Thane Fort,
Versova Fort, Sion Fort, Mahim Fort
Mumbai Times - features some of the ancient
heritage clocks (a few supplied by Lund & Blockley)
- Sassoon Dock, Sassoon Library, Crawford Market,
Hormusji Wadia Fountain, Bombay Mutual Building,
Naval Dockyard, Times Ball Building, Sun-Dial
Building, St. Thomas Cathedral.
Mumbai Walas - features traditional trades of
Minden Mumbai
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39. BEST Transport
Museum
The Bombay Tramway Co. was set up
on March 23, 1873. The Bombay
Electric Supply Co. started in 1905
supplied electric power, besides
managing public transport.
The ancient Trams were horse-driven.
First Motor bus service was started in
July 1926. Omni Bus started in 1926
with a letter-box for public convenience.
The luxury four-bunk sight seeing car
service was launched in 1928. Fire
fighting equipment was then installed.
Post 2nd World War owing to fuel
shortage car owners switched over to
bus usage- initially single decker
modified to double decker without roof.
Trolley buses came into existence in
1962 and Articulated Buses in 1967.
BEST Transport Museum - Depot Models
Owing to slow speed, more turnaround
space and low center of gravity, the
trolley and articulated buses were
gradually terminated. The BEST
Undertaking started Ferry Service at
Marve - Manori in 1981.
Horse driven tram car
Calculator, Road Dividers & Billing Machine
Electric tram car - Double decker
Dome also called as the Junction Traffic Assistance was
activated between 1905 -1947. The Dome was places
The ticket dispenser in required denominations was at major junctions in the city, and reflected colourful
used even before 1947. lights that gave indication about junction to drivers.
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Bomaby Natural History Main Building
40. Bombay Natural History Society Museum
Founded in 1883, is today the largest non-governmental organisation (NGO) in the Subcontinent
engaged in the conservation of nature, primarily biological diversity and natural resources.
Open to students and researchers on prior appointment However, not accessible to general
public.
The Society's invaluable collection consists of over: 26,000 Birds, 20,000 Mammals, 7500
Reptiles and Amphibians, 50,000 Insects, beetles and butterflies neatly eaxonomised. The
collection dates back a century from all over the Indian continent. Several extinct species are
also represented in the collection.
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) executes ecological studies on the flora and fauna -
rehabilitation plans for displaced wildlife and assessment of carrying capacity of wildlife habitat and
green belt development plans.
The Conservation Education Centre at Goregaon (East), spread over 34 acres, next to the Sanjay
Gandhi National Park, conducts programme to create environmental awareness. The Salim Ali
Nature Conservation Fund (SANCF) funds projects environment awareness, preservation and
conservation of nature.
The Library collection of more than 20,000 books and scientific journals on wildlife and environment
from all over the world, include rare natural history lithographs, publications pertain to Indian
Animals & Birds, Shells, tress, climbers and shrubs. Houses a century of natural history encyclopedia
of Indian and Asian elephants, wild flowers, reptiles and amphibians, butterflies.
Birds
Butterfly
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41. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Vastu Sangrahalaya
(Prince of Wales Museum)
Designed in the Indo-Saracenic style to
commemorate the first visit of King George V,
The Prince of Wales.
Depicts Indus Valley Culture through Mohen-jo-
Daro antiquities, illustrated manuscripts 'Laur-
Chanda' of 1550-70 AD, 'Anwar-I-Suhayli' painted
in the atelier of Akbar, folios from Mewar,
Ramayana painted by Manohar in 1649 AD, in
the form of Miniature paintings. Also exhibits
unique sculptures from eleventh century AD.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya - Presents fascinating panorama of the religious
Main Gallery and artistic world of Nepal & Tibet - 16th century
image of Songtsen Gampo, who established Buddhism in Tibet, and a 13th century image of
Maitreya from Nepal.
ARMS AND ARMOUR - in their functional NATURAL HISTORY - variety of Indian birds, mammals,
aspects as defensive and offensive weapons - fishes and reptiles displayed in dioramas and habitat
Allauddin Khilji's Khanda and Akbar's cuirass with cases that show various animal species in their natural
shield, dated 1593 AD. environment.
SIR RATAN TATA GALLERY - Display bequest of
Sir Ratan Tata and the gifts of Sir Dorab Tata Trust.
SCULPTURE - Gupta period terracottas, Mirpurkhas
bricks, Buddhist image from Gandhara, sculptures
from Pauni and Pitalkhora, Shiva and Matrika from
Shivdi temple & images of Vishnu and Ganesha (11th Indus Valley Culture - Period of vedas and epic
centutry AD). Mahabharata depicted through miniature models.
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Mughal emperor at shikaar, the armour suit
Lifestyles & the street vendors
Occupations: Stone Sawyers, Basket weaver,
Glass blower, Glass Kiln, Potter at Wheel,
Shaping pots, Knife Grinding, Bangle seller,
Cow milking, Churning curd, processing
sugarcane juice, oil presser, Gram & Rice
parcher, dryer, Hand Flour mill, Textile artisans
Indoor & outdoor games in villages
Also Display:
Tower of Silence (Parsi Samshan)
Dredger models, boats in Mumbai harbour
Foreign communities in India : Yahudi, Afridi,
Israeli, Nepali, Buddhist, Baluchi, Arab,
Dr. Bhau Daji Lad museum - Main Gallery Persian, Turkmenistan Sunnis, Multani Hindu,
Ceylone
42. Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum Lacquer Work
(Victoria & Albert Museum)
Adjoining Jijamata Udyan, this museum was built
in Greek-Roman style, houses archeological
findings, maps, and photographs depicting the
history of Mumbai, people of Mumbai & India,
their occupations & recreations, Hindu deity &
avtaar and traditional crafts of Maharshtra.
Metal works - brass thallis, brass & bronze
Depiction through Clay Models:
idols, repousse work, brass lamps, silverware,
Villages in India and village life, agriculture and enamel on silver, photographs on metal,
implements, sugarcane processing, jaggery bell metal (7:2 copper, tin alloy) works
market, paddy cultivation & harvesting
Crafts Ivory inlays, wood inlays, lacquer work
Meenakshy Temple at Madurai and on brass, bidri work, ganjifa, horn crafts, agate
Kashivishwanath temple in Varanasi work, coconut work, paper machie, soap
stones, embroidery,
Indian Deity: Agni, Kuber, Buddha, Yama,
Kamdev, Surya, Hanuman, Ganapati, Kartikeya, Wood work wood carvings, sandalwood,
Shiva, Brahma, Indra, Soma
Paintings - Miniature Ragini paintings, Ivory
Avatars of Vishnu, Sita in Ashokvana, Embassy paintings
of Krishna, Dattatreya - Brahma, Vishnu,
Blacksmith & armoury
Mahesh avtaar.
Model of weaver's house
Regiments & soldiers from various province in
India Bombay School Pottery, Indian porcelain,
Minton Pottery
Sandstone
painting
Bidri work
Musical Instrument,
Music & Dance
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43. F. D. Alpaiwala (Parsi
Museum)
Zoroarstrians do not worship Fire
but show great reverence through
it to Ahure Mazde. Good Thoughts,
Good Words and Good Deeds are
central to the religion.
The Emperor - Yazdgird III lost to
Islamic conquers at the battlefield
of Nehavand. Not only the
Sussanian Empire was destroyed
but Zoroastrians were forced to
flee. The Parsis today trace their
lineage to the group which took
shelter on the west coast of India
.D.
F Alpaiwala - Ijashne, the higher liturgical ceremony articles to preserve their ancient religion
without being absorbed.
Excavated from a Dakhma (Tower of Silence) circa
16th Century. Also on display ancient Astodan to
collect bones of the dead. Display traditionally
specially woven Kushti (for men) and Sudreh (for
women) and traditional outfits. Photographs of
renowned personalities from Parsi Community,
Dadabhai Nowrojee in the British Parliament.
Sir Jamsetji Jejeebhoy's marble statue, the wall clock
and Heritage Table. Heritage chairs contributed by
F.D. Alpaiwala, traded articles - chinese porcelain,
European glassware, coins, stamps.
Navjyot & Marriage ceremony articles
Antiquities from Achaemenian cities of Percepolis and
Susa.Inscription of Achaemenian Emperor - Artaxerxes
the third from Percepolis (5th Century BC). Fire alter and Manuscript of Ijashne
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44. IMS Vikrant-The Naval
Museum
Vikrant, in Sanskrit means courageous, valiant,
powerful and victorious, was part of the Goa
Liberation in 1961 and Indo-Pak war in 1971.
Earned 2 Mahavir Chakras and 12 Vir Chakras.
The former aircraft carrier HMS Hercules R
49 was a majestic class light aircraft carrier
of Royal Navy, Great Britain, built in 1945 &
bought by the Indian Government in 1957.
Re-christened as INS Vikrant and
commissioned on February 16, 1961 carried
the motto ‘Jayema Sam Yudhi Sprdhah’ (from
the Rig Veda meaning ‘I completely defeat
IMS Vikrant - The Indian Navy Ensign and ‘Shano Varuna - those who dare to fight me). INS Vikrant -
May the Lord of the Oceans be auspicious unto us’ the legendary ship and first aircraft carrier of
Indian Navy steamed a total of 4,99,066
nautical miles about 15 times around the world & decommissioned on Jan.31, 1997 is now a naval
museum anchored in the Mumbai harbour. On display models of: Amphibious landing, Destroyer
class of ship INS Rajput hit PNS Ghazni in the Bay of Bengal, Damage inflicted by INS Vikrant Air
strikes during Indo-Pak War, INS Khukri & her Commanding Officer - Capt. Mahendranath
Mulla, who maintaining the highest tradition of Navy went down along the ship, while it sank in
Indian waters near Diu, during the war.
Submarine models INS Khanderi (foxtrot class), Engine Room
swimmer delivery vehicle i.e. mini submarine, the diving Boilers : Make - Hawthorne Lexlic (three drum),
equipment compression, recompression chamber, Quantity 4, Pressure 430 psi
manual air pump for diving, model combat swimmer Propulsion - Main Engine : Parson geared steam
and escape suit with breathing apparatus. turbines, 2 shafts : 20,000 SHP per shaft, Speed : 28
knots (max)
Power Gen.: 3 x 500 kw and 1 x 400 kw turbo
generator, 3 x 400 kw diesel generator
Specification of the Museum Ship
Length : 704 ft., Breadth 128 ft., Height of
ariel Mast (above mean waterline) 116 ft.
Tonnage : Gross 21,067 tons, Net 15,350 tons
Displacement : Standard 15,586 tons, Deep
Load 19,760 tons Draught (Draft) : Light 21 ft
and Deep 25 ft. No. of Decks : 13 Crew
Medical inspection room, Operation theater, ward and :1,500 men and 200 officers Armament : L70
isolation room guns, 16 x 40mm Bofors antiaircraft guns
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45. Indian Monetary
Museum
Set up by the Reserve Bank of India
(custodian of its monetary heritage),
depicts evolution of money and
finance in India. Aims to spread public
awareness about how currency is
managed in India. How has it evolved
from barter down to the present?
How it transformed in appearance
and substance over time - money in
various shapes, sizes, metals and
many names by which it has been
known in India. On view is Indian
paper money : early paper Money
issued in late 18th and early 19th
century to current RBI notes. Also
are on display representatives notes
of Princely States and a collection of
exigent money.
Coinage and Promisory Notes
Ancient Coinage
The Monetary Museum provides a glimpse of the functions
Cholas of the Central Reserve Bank of the Country, it’s role in the
economy and how it touches day-to-day life of a common
Kushans man. Provides holistic view to the basic concept,
Indo-Greek curiosities & idea of Money. From Coins to Bank notes -
Introduces the concept of Promissory Notes, Bills of
Guptas Exchange and how banking and bank notes evolved. On
display are the cheques, financial instruments and hundies.
Pre-Colonial India
Awadh
Mughals Coinage Maratha
Moher Humayun
Tipu Sultan
Udaipur
Ashrafi Hyder Ali
Moher Akbar
British India Issues Republic India Issues
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46. Mani Bhavan
Mani Bhavan is the old Mumbai Residence of Mahatma Gandhi - The Father of the Nation and
was the headquarter of Indian National Congress from 1917 1934.
Historical perspective: The Satyagraha against unjust Rowlatt Bills curbing freedom of the
Press (March 1919).
Gandhiji lent support to Kilafat movement of Indian Mussalmans 1920.
Called to observe January 26, 1930 as the Independence Day and to take solemn pledge to win
‘Purna Swaraj’.
Gandhiji launched civil disobedience for Swaraj at midnight on December 31, 1931.
The National Flag
Saffron for courage and sacrifice, White for
truth and peace Green for faith and chivalry,
Chakra with 24 lines in navy blue colour
The Room Gandhiji resided & used as office represents dynamism of peaceful change
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Stain of Indigo : Gandhiji espoused the cause of Shanti Doot (1946-47) Gandhiji set out his pilgrimage of
oppressed peasants on indigo plantation in Bihar peace in riot wrecked Bengal to establish unity between
and led first civil disobedience movement. Compulsory Hindus and Muslims. He exhorted to sister comunities in
plantation of indigo was abolished. riot wrecked Bihar to live together in filial spirit.
Quit India - Purna Swaraj call to Nation Gandhiji led Bonfire of Foreign Clothes (1921) for
economic emancipation of India
Salt Satyagrah (1930) Gandhiji observed fast to eradicate untouchability and
restore equality.
Curse of untouchability. Gandhiji fell to Assasin Bullets on January 31, 1948.
World bowed in homage at Rajghat, New Delhi
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47. National Gallery of National Gallery of Modern Art - Main Gallery
Modern Art (NGMA)
The Gallery is a subordinate office of the
Govt. of India, Ministry of Tourism and
Culture. Apart from its traditional art
schools, India also has a contemporary art
lineage. While pioneers like MF Hussain
and FN Souza spearheaded this modern
art movement, the city of Mumbai was the
cradle of these brave new aesthetes.
NGMA has collections from India's known
living artists and provides a convenient
overview of the country's contemporary art
scenario.
The Gallery is repository of the cultural
ethos of the country and showcases changing
art forms through the passage of hundred
years in the field of visual and plastic art.
The Collection of NGMA essentially comprises paintings, sculptures, graphics, photographs by
Indian and International modern artists namely, M.F. Hussain, F.N.Souza, Jehangir Sabawala, K.H.
Ara, Gaitonde, Tyeb Mehta, Akbar Padamse, Almekar, Palsikar, S.H.Raza, Ramkumar, Atul
Dodia, Prabhakar Kolte, Prabhakar Barwe.
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48. Nehru Centre ‘Discovery of India’
‘Complexity contrary to the philosophy of simplicity' - This spirit of India has fascinated the world
with its very mystique. The thought ‘The roots of the present lay in the past', serves as the basis
for the 'Discovery of India' - a voyage as seen through the eyes of Jawaharlal Nehru, establishing
a relationship between India's past and present.
The Stone Age - man relied on hunting and food Iron & Copper Age - man settled in villages, invented
gathering for survival. wheel and made pottery.
Indus Valley Civilization - The age Vedas and the Rig- The Mauryan Peace - Establishment of the Mauryan Empire
Veda and two epics - the Ramayana and the under Chandragupta Maurya and succession by Ashoka.
Mahabharata. Chanakya the Minister, authored the first ever contemporary
account on the science of polity - Arthashastra.
Confluence of cultures - Sanskritisation of 'Tamil
literature' and spread of Brahminism. Continuity, Change, Synthesis-Islami Sultanate spread.
Hindu elite adopted purdah system and used Arabic
script - Urdu.
Impact of the West - The East India Co. launched
British rule. India witnessed industrial revolution but
injustice of economic policies imposed on India became Struggle for freedom - In March 1857 Indian Army at
obvious, leading to revolt. Barrackpore mutinie a war of Indian Independence.
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49. Nehru Science Centre
First conceived as a Science & Technology
Museum in the late 1960's is the largest Science
Centre in Asia. Encourages to adopt a scientific
approach based on observation,
experimentation, interactivity, prediction &
discovery.
The Nehru Science Centre - Science for Children
OUR TECHNOLOGY HERITAGE - Highlights
Mathematical Foundation, Harappan Town Planning
and technologies, Mining and Metallurgy, Shipping, PREHISTORIC ANIMAL LIFE - showcases
Navigation and Water Lifting Devices, Medicine evolution of the earth, evolution of life - invertebrate,
and Surgery, Art and Architecture, Coin Marking, amphibians, birds, reptiles, primates, evolution of trees
Cannons & Rockets, Traditional Crafts. and evolution of man
SOUND AND HEARING - Depicts how brain perceives
AEROSPACE - The Gallery gives insights to the range of varied frequencies through hearing mechanism
principles of Hot Air Balloon, Supersonics flying faster & provides answers to innumerable scientific questions.
than the sound, Space Shuttle, Flying, Aviation and Air
Traffic Control. Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation
introduces its new Mumabi
Museum Bus tour through the heart of Mumbai.
Timing: 1st Trip - 9.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.,
2nd Trip -1.30 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.
Fare: Child (3 - 12 years) Rs.100/- Adult (Indian)
Rs.200/- and Foreign Tourist Rs.500/-
Operations : every day except Monday.
The tour begins from Gateway of India, MTDC
(Counter) and covers Dr. Bhau
Daji Lad Museum, Mani Bhavan, RBI Monetary
Museum, Ballard Bunder
Gatehouse Navy Museum, Chhatrapati Shivaji
Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya and
LIGHT & SIGHT - Showcases properties and Jehangir Art Gallery (5 out of 6 on every trip).
applications of light, mechanisms that facilitate vision Contact MTDC Telephone No. 22841877,
through interactive exhibits, working models and 22845678 Mobile: 20644489/93 Online
multimedia presentations. Reservation: http:www.maharashtratourism.gov.in
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RELIGIOUS PLACES Banganga
50. Babulnath Temple
Babulnath Temple in Mumbai is well known
and famous for Lord Babulnath ‘Lord Shiva’,
father of Lord Ganesha. Among all festivals,
Mahashivratri is the day for worship for
Shambunath, and is celebrated a night before
the day of darkness ‘Amavasya’ in March / April.
Babulnath Temple is approximately thousand
feet above sea level and one of the famous and 51. Banganga
old monuments of Mumbai. It is adjacent to A sacred tank surrounded by four hundred-
Girgaum Chowpatty and 20 minutes from Charni year-old temples and modern skyscrapers.
Road Station. Nowhere are Mumbai’s paradoxes more
evident than at Banganga. Part of an ancient
temple complex, the water in this tank is
Haji Ali Dargah believed to have come from the Holy Ganges.
It sprung forth when Rama, the exiled hero of
the epic Ramayana stopped at the spot five
thousand years ago, in search of his kidnapped
wife Sita. Overcome with fatigue and thirst, he
asked his brother Laxman to bring him some
water. Laxman instantly shot an arrow into the
ground, and water gushed forth from the Ganga,
over a thousand miles away. Although the story
is the stuff of legend, the tank has always been
sacred. On pious occasions, thousands turn up
to take a ritual dip in its mossy waters, and
offer flowers at the ancient Banganga Temples.
53. Mahalaxmi Temple
52. Haji Ali Dargah Mahalaxmi Temple is one of the oldest and sacred
temples in Mumbai. It
Haji Ali Durgah is one of the most popular is situated at the
religious places in Mumbai, visited by Hindus northern foot of Mahalaxmi
and Muslims alike. This early 18 th century Malabar Hill. The Temple
shrine contains the tomb of a Muslim Sufi saint temple enshrines
‘Haji Ali’. There are two beliefs that claim to G o d d e s s e s
trace the Hazrat’s antedescendents. One belief Mahalaxmi, Mahakali
is that of Haji Ali, a rich and local business man and Mahasaraswati.
who gave up materialism after his visit to Mecca However, the principle
and then took up meditation at this spot where deity is Goddess Laxmi
his tomb is built. The other belief is that Haji – the goddess of
Ali died on his pilgrimage and his body was put wealth, fortune,
in a casket. The casket is said to have floated power, luxury, beauty,
back to Bombay and surfaced intact at the spot fertility and auspiciousness. She holds the
where the shrine is today. Haji Ali mosque is promise of material fulfillment and contentment
located on an islet in the middle of Worli Bay, and is described as restless, whimsical yet
located off the coast of Worli. A narrow walkway maternal, with her arms raised to bless and
connects the shore to the shrine and gets grant blessings. ‘Shri’ is the sacred name of
covered during high tides, particularly in Laxmi, the word that evoke grace, affluence,
monsoon. The structure is a slim solitary abundance and authority. Mahalaxmi Temple
minaret. Behind the sculptured entrance, the constructed on a creek separated the island of
marble courtyard contains the central shrine. Mumbai from the Koli island of Worli. The
The tomb is covered with richly brocaded red creek was filled after the completion of Hornby
and green chaddar, lying in an exquisite silver Vellard in 1784. The idols of the three goddesses
frame supported by marble pillars and is each molded in gold adorns with nose rings,
decorated with artful mirror work arranged in gold bangles and precious stone jewellery.
Arabic pattern which spells the ninety nine Mahalaxmi is shown riding a tiger (her vahan)
names of Allah. and a demon – Mahishasur, in tandem.
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54. Mount Mary Church
Situated on a quiet hillock in suburban Bandra, Mount Mary is
probably Mumbai’s best-known church for Christians and non-
Christians alike. As the name suggests, it is dedicated to the
Mother of Christ and in September, the festival of the Virgin
Mother culminates in a week-long fair, popularly known as Bandra
Fair, that has all the excitement of a small carnival. Stalls sell sticky
Goan sweets and wax idols of the Virgin along with an assortment
of candles shaped like hands, feet and various other parts of the
body. The sick and suffering choose one that corresponds to their
ailment and light it in Church, with the pious hope that Mother
Mount Mary Church
Mary will consider their appeals for help.
55. Mumbadevi Temple
Mumbadevi Temple was built in honour
56. Siddhivinayak Temple
of Goddess Mumbai, from whose name Siddhivinayak Temple is a
it is said that the Hindu temple dedicated to
English word Ganesha. It is located in
‘Bombay’ is derived. Prabhadevi,Dadar, Mumbai.
The Goddess The temple was originally built
personifies Mother by Mr Laxman Vithu and Mrs
Earth and is still Deubai Patil in 1801. The
Mumbadevi Temple worshipped by temple has a small mandapam
descendents of (hall) with the shrine for Siddhi
Dravidian population of Western and Vinayak (Ganesha that grants
Eastern India. The original temple was your wish). The wooden doors Siddhivinayak Temple
built at the current site of Victoria to the sanctum are carved with
Terminus by Koli (fishermen) but images of the Ashtavinayak
demolished in 1737. A new temple was (the eight manifestations of Ganesha in Maharashtra).
erected at Phansitalao. The temple The inner roof of the sanctum is plated with gold and
contains images of Goddess Mumbadevi in the periphery of the temple, there is a Hanuman
dressed in a robe with a silver crown, temple as well.
nose stud and a golden necklace. To the
left is the stone figure of Goddess
Annapurna seated on a peacock and in
front is the Goddess ‘Vahan’ - a Tiger. Water Kingdom
SPORTS & ADVENTURE
57. Essel World
Essel World is the largest amusement park of
Mumbai. This entertainment zone includes
family rides for both, kids and adults. The
Arctic Circle is the first ice skating ring, which
has an area of 3,400 sq ft. This apart Maxivision
is the first 180 degree dome theatre of the 58. Water Kingdom
country that takes amusing spirits to heights.
Fuji Aqua Dive brings roller coaster ride, where Water Kingdom has been acclaimed to be the
heart virtually stops beating, as it fall down largest theme Water Park of Asia. Located very
from 50 feet track into a pool of water. The close to Essel World in Gorai region of Mumbai
fun extravaganza would uncover coin-operated (Bombay), Water Kingdom has various enthralling
games like Crazy Shuttle, Derby Racer, Aqua attractions like wave pool, striking rides & slides,
Blasta, Water Lazer, etc. artificial rivers and many more to name.
Essel World Water Kingdom which comprises the world's
biggest wave pool, gives an experience of tough
waves in the Wet Atlantic. Enjoy the Misphisly
Hill-12 hi-speed rousing rides, Brat zone
button-operated water games, geysers and jets
for kids. If one simply want to relax and get
soaked in the cooling waters, it is best to enjoy
the Goofers Lagoon. Go rafting down the three
rapid rivers in Adventures Amazonia.
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59. Golf Golf
The history of golf in India can be traced back to 1829 when the Royal
Calcutta Golf Club, the first golf club outside the British Islands, came into
existence. The first national-level championship began in 1892 when the
Royal Calcutta Golf Club played host to the inaugural All-India Amateur
Championship. The tournament has the distinction of being the second
oldest tournament in the world after the British Open (1860).
Golf in India took an organized structure with the formation of the Indian
Golf Union (IGU) as the central governing body in 1955. In 1962, the
prestigious Indian Open was launched as the first international golf
tournament in India with legendary Australian golfer, Peter Thomson emerging
victorious. In 1970, the Indian Open received a major boost when it joined
the Asian Golf Circuit and the competing field became stronger.
Race Course
60. Mahalaxmi Racecourse
Mahalakshmi Racecourse is actually an elite
horse racing ground in Mumbai. Leased by the
Bombay Municipal Corporation, Mahalakshmi
Race Course is run by the Turf Club. The
season for horse racing starts in November
and until February. The Derby that is held
annually on the first Sunday in February is the
most awaited event. 'Gallops' is a lavish
restaurant in the precincts of the racecourse
that is usually occupied by affluent people all
through day and night.
61. Mumbai Marathon
World over Marathons are revered for the
emotional connect that they establish in the
hearts and minds of the citizens. A marathon
provides the city with a platform to come
together in a celebration that cuts across social
and economic barriers. It brings together the
common man, the corporate czar, the politician,
the socialite and the physically challenged onto
one platform. It is an event that stirs the
conscience of every citizen, encouraging them
to reach out in aid of a cause or charity.
Mumbai Marathon
The proceeds are used in a transparent,
Parasailing at Marine Drive accountable and effective way to make
difference in the lives of underprivileged. The
event is held in Mumbai on an annual basis in
January.
62. Parasailing & Water Surfing
at the Marine Drive
Parasailing & Water Surfing have become the
popular water sports in India. Parasailing is
amongst the safest water adventure sport. The
sheer joy of soaring in the sky above without
much training has made this recreational event
immensely popular. The Water sports including
-parasailing, water surfing and water skiing have
been introduced at the adventure sports
complex at Marine Drive near Girgaum
Chowpaty.
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63. Chhatrapati Shivaji Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Terminus (Victoria Terminus)
Formerly known as Victoria Terminus, the
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is an
outstanding example of Victorian Neo
Gothic Revival architecture in India.
Designed by the famous British architect
FW Steven, the building was built over ten
years starting in 1878 according to a High
Victorian Gothic design based on late
medieval Italian models. Its stone dome,
turrets, pointed arches and eccentric
ground plan are close to traditional Indian
palace architecture. This building is now
one of the World Heritage monuments.
64. Film City
Mockingly called Bollywood by locals, Film Film City
City clings to the outskirts of the National
Park, and is practically overrun by assorted
stars and starlets. Bollywood churns out
over 900 films every year, all packed with
those mandatory elements of song, dance,
melodrama, violence and erotica. Which is
probably why Film City sets are heavily
booked around the year. They are closed to
visitors, but special permissions can always
be “obtained” to check out the action.
65. Gateway of India
Mumbai’s most famous monument—the
Gateway of India — is the first striking
point for most tourists who want to
explore Mumbai. It was built as a triumphal Gateway of India
arch to commemorate the visit of King
George V and Queen Mary. When British
Raj ended in 1947, the monument became
a sort of epitaph as the last of the British
ships sailed back to England, left from the
Gateway. Ferry services to Elephanta
Islands & Mandava available from
here. Bus services to Alibaug available
from Mandava.
66. Hanging Gardens
(Pherozshah Mehta & Kamla
Nehru Udyan)
Popularly known as Hanging Gardens,
Pherozshah Mehta Gardens were renamed Hanging Garden
after the national barrister Pherozshah
Mehta. Laid in 1881 a top reservoir that
supplies water in Mumbai. Special features
of the gardens are the hedges, which are
cut into animal shapes. This is the place
where people do yoga and callisthenics in
the morning and evening hours. Kamala
Nehru Udyan (the other part of Hanging
Garden) provides exotic sunset view over
the Arabian Sea and is also famous with
children for the ‘shoe’ where they can play
hide and seek.
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67. Hutatma Chowk Flora Fountain
(Flora Fountain)
Hutatma Chowk (Flora Fountain),
situated amidst the busiest part of
Mumbai city, is an aesthetically
structured white marble statue with a
jutting fountain presenting a hypnotic
aura untouched by the chaos that
surrounds this piece of art. Built in
1869 in the honour of the Roman
Goddess Flora, the timeless beauty
and splendour of the statue has earned
it a heritage status.
Jehangir Art Gallery 68. Jehangir Art Gallery
Bombay’s main art gallery, just next to the Prince
of Wales Museum, displays changing exhibits by
well-known Indian artists. There’s plenty of art to
be seen outside as well, as the plaza in front of the
building is full of artists offering their works for
sale and their talents for commission assignments.
70. Municipal Corporation of
Greater Mumbai
The Municipal Corporation Building, Mumbai
houses the offices of the Municipal Corporation of
Greater Mumbai. It is also known as the Bombay
Municipal Corporation Building. Construction of
the building began on December 9, 1884, with the
laying of the foundation stone by the then Viceroy
69. Marine Drive of India, Lord Ripon. The design of the building,
This is a windswept promenade, flanked based on the Gothic Revival style, was presented
by the sea and a row of art deco buildings. by Frederick William Stevens, which was selected
Looped between the concrete jungle of over the Indo-Saracenic design submitted by Robert
Nariman Point, Mumbai’s Manhattan, and Fellowes Chisholm. Completed in 1893, the
the leafy green slopes of Malabar hill, building is known for its 255 feet tall tower. The
Marine Drive was once called the Queen’s building can be found just opposite the famous
Necklace, strung with glittering street lights Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
like an enormous strand of imperious
BMC Office
jewels. Like other seafronts, most of south
Mumbai comes to breathe in some fresh
air, over two mile stretch of Marine Drive.
Marine Drive
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71. Nehru Planetarium Nehru Planetarium
Located right next to Mahalaxmi Race Course,
the Nehru Planetarium is a large domed
building, popular with amateur astronomers
across the country. The planetarium is housed
in an astounding cylindrical shaped building that
also features art gallery, library, cultural centre,
and a 14-gallery exhibit called Discovery of India.
Designed by India’s finest architect JM Kadri,
the Nehru Planetarium is located around 8 km
from the heart of Mumbai city. Nehru Science
Centre is located in close vicinity of Nehru
Planetarium and is one of the main attractions
for students and children.
Timings: 12.00 noon (Hindi Show), 1.30 p.m.
(Marathi Show), 3.00 p.m. (English Show) and
4.30 p.m. (Hindi Show).
Worli Fishing Village 72. Worli Fishing Village
Over two thousand years ago, Mumbai
was an archipelago of seven islands,
inhabited by the kolis. These tribal
fisherfolk still live here in tightly knit
communities that the passing centuries
have scarcely touched. The best place
to see them is in the 600-year-old Worli
Fishing Village that stands on a silver
of land jutting into the sea. At the end
of the village is a small Portuguese fort
with remnants of an old armoury,
soldiers’ barracks and thick ramparts.
73. Zoo (Veermata Jijabai
Bhosle Udyan)
Also known as ‘Ranee Bagh’, Veermata Jijabai
Bhonsle Udyan or Victoria Garden is located
in Byculla in the heart of Mumbai. Laid out
in 1861, the garden is essentially a zoo and
houses the Victoria and Albert Museum, a
rich repository of Mumbai’s industrial and
agricultural past. A unique attraction in this
garden is its oldest trees dating back to
around 200 years. There are botanical
gardens sprawled over 48 acres and contain
some of Mumbai’s oldest trees.
Veermata Jijabai Bhosle Udyan (Zoo)
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FESTIVALS & EVENTS OF
MUMBAI
74. Banganga Festival
Banganga Festival is one of the most
awaited festivals celebrated for two
days in the month of January. The
festival owes its name to Banganga tank
- a sacred tank in the complex of
Walkeshwar Temple. It is believed to
have emerged when Laxman shot an
arrow at the site to satisfy the thirst of
his brother Lord Rama, while
searching for Mata Sita during the 14
year exile period. The Banganga Tank
is worshipped by people with utmost
reverence. The tank was built by the
Kings of Silhara Dynasty who ruled
from the 9th to 13th century.
Leading singers, promising artists
exhilarate and enliven the atmosphere
with classical music concert and
traditional dances during the Banganga
Banganga festival.
Elephanta Festival 75. Elephanta Festival
Elephanta island is located 10 km from the
Mumbai harbour and embraces Elephanta Caves
one of the world heritage sites in India. Earlier
known as Gharapuri - meaning peaceful abode
of Lord Shiva, the site was discovered in the
6th century. As soon as the Portuguese arrived
and saw the carved elephant on the island, it
was named Elephanta Caves.
During the Elephanta Festival, the island virtually
turns into a colossal auditorium, where leading
and emerging dancers from all parts of the
country come to perform and show their
talents. This cultural festival is organized by
Maharashtra Tourism Development
Corporation (MTDC), to boost travel and
Ganesh Chaturthi
cultural spirit of the city of Mumbai.
76. Ganesh Chaturthi
Lord Ganesh appears to confer happiness and prosperity to people
on earth. The Ganesh festival celebrates the birthday of Lord
Ganesh and is observed from Shukla Chaturthi till Ananta
Chaturdashi in August / September.
Mumbai commemorates this event in extravagant style with utmost
devotion. The streets burst with devotees and huge pandals are
set housing the idols of Lord Ganesh - Lord of auspicious beginning,
wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. The end of the festive
occasion is marked with Ganesh idol visarjan in the sea while
people reverberate 'Ganapathi Bappa Morya, Purchya Varshi
Laukariya' meaning 'O Father Ganesh! Come again early next
year'.
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THE ASHTA-VINAYAK TEMPLES
(Pilgrimage)
The “Ashtavinayak” temples refer to the eight shrines of Lord Ganesh, in the State of
Maharashtra. It is believed that a pilgrimage to the Ashtavinayak ensures the pilgrim
ever lasting bliss. Glorified as ‘Swayambhu’ or self emanated, each of the eight idols
have distinctive features. All these shrines could be visited by keeping Pune as the
base, from where they are all easily accessible. These Swayambhu shrines, in order of
importance are:
MORGAON
Morgaon is situated on the banks of River Karha. The main temple facing towards the
north, houses the presiding deity of ‘Shri Moreshwar’ Ganapati. It is 225 km from
Mumbai and the nearest rail head is Jejuri (17 km) on Mumbai – Kolhapur section.
SIDDHATEK
Siddhatek is situated on the banks of River Bhima in the Ahmednagar district. The
temple facing towards the north, and built during the Peshwa period is dedicated to
Siddhivinayak Ganapati. It is 269 km from Mumbai and the nearest rail is Daund (20
km) on the Mumbai – Solapur section.
PALI
Located on the periphery of Pali village, the temple is in picturesque surroundings with
two lakes encircling it and is dedicated to ‘Ballaleshwara’ Ganapati. It is 140 km from
Mumbai and the nearest rail head is Khopoli (38 km) on Central Railway.
MADH
Located in picturesque surroundings, the temple resembling a titled roofed house and
facing the east is dedicated to Varadavinayaka Ganapati. The sanctum is made of stone
and surrounded by beautiful stone elephant carvings. It is 80 km from Mumbai, 25 km
from Karjat and 7km from Khopoli. The nearest rail head is Khopoli (7 km).
THEUR
Situated on the confluence of the Mula, Muth and Bhima rivers. There are regular bus
services of Pune Municipal Transport connecting Theur with Pune and nearby towns.
The temple built by Madhavrao Peshwa is dedicated to ‘Chintamani’ Ganapati. It is 217
km from Mumbai and the nearest rail head is Loni (5 km) on Pune – Solapur section.
LENYADRI
Located on a hillock, the temple faces south and is carved from the rocks. There are
283 steps leading to the main temple which is dedicated to Girijatmak Ganapati. From
the temple one can view the Puspavati river flowing nearby and Junnar town spread
below.
OZAR
Located at Narayangaon in Junnar taluka. At the entrance to the temple are two
Deepmalas – stone pillar oil lamps, and two huge Dwar Palaks – guards and in the
sanctum is the idol of Vigneshwara Ganapati. It is 184 km from Mumbai.
RANJANGAON
The main temple here, built by Madhavrao Peshwa, is dedicated to Maha Gapapati. It
is 223 km from Mumbai and the nearest rail head is Urali (16 km) on Pune – Daud
section.
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77. Janmashtami (Govinda)
Festival
Janmashtami marks the day when Lord Krishna
(Vishnu Avatar) was born. According to the
Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna was very fond
of milk products, especially butter churned by
his mother, and would do anything to steal pots
which his mother would take great pains to
hide from him. She would tie the pot as high as
possible so that he would not be able to reach
it. But, the clever kid that he was, he would
collect all the kids from the neighborhood and
form a human pyramid and climb on top of
them all to reach the pot.
The tradition continues in Mumbai in the form
of Dahi Handi ceremony. Young devotees called
‘Govinda' come in groups, form a human
pyramid and try and to break the pot that
contains Dahi (Curd). The slogan 'Govinda Ala
Re' are heard reverberating the streets all over
Mumbai.
78. Kala Ghoda Festival
It is one of the most sought after fair for lover
of arts and crafts. The fair owes its name of
Kala Ghoda (black horse), a district in South Govinda (Janamashtami)
Mumbai, next to Jehangir Art Gallery, opposite
to David Sassoon Library.
Kala Ghoda
The festival is actual melange where artists
from the field of music, dance, art, craft,
theatre present vibrant cultural shows.
Organised over a fortnight in the month of
February every year. Small temporary stalls
are put up at the Kala Ghoda pedestrian square
to display artistic painting, sculpture, handmade
paper, cosmetic, leather crafts, traditional art
& craft of Maharashtra etc.
Durga Pooja
79. Navaratri Mahalaxmi Fair &
Durga Pooja
Navaratri Mahalaxmi Fair is celebrated for ten
days in September/October to honour the
Goddess Mahalaxmi. Coincides with Dussehra
celebrations, and number of pandals are erected
during nine day Durga festival. The end of the
festive occasion is marked with the Durga idol
visarjan on the day of Dussehra, in the sea.
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THE HERITAGE WALKS
APOLLO BUNDER WALK
Ever wondered why the monument of the Gateway of India was built? Why is
Mumbai’s favourite harbour-side promenade was named after a Greek God? To find
out, join the Apollo Bunder Walk, which leads from the Gateway of India, down to
Colaba Causeway. Learn the story of the rise of Bombay from a fishing village to the
commercial capital of the country. Enroute, you will be led past historic landmarks
like the Taj Mahal Hotel, Royal Bombay Yacht Club, Dhanraj Mahal and some
delightful urban artefacts. The walk ends at the elegant Wesley Church.
BALLARD ESTATE WALK
Want to see a European-looking business district in Mumbai? Come for the Ballard
Estate Walk. With elegant neo-Classical facades and well-articulated urban vistas, the
planning and charm of Ballard Estate was parallel to contemporary business districts
in Europe and the colonial world. Today, this quiet quarter is home to not just the
Mumbai Port Trust and Customs but also many corporate business houses, shipping
corporations and other commercial establishments. The walk will lead you from the
restored Ballard Bunder Gate Museum to fine buildings like the Customs House,
Port House, Grand Hotel and many others.
CRAWFORD MARKET WALK
Join us for a walk leading from the Metro Cinema junction to Crawford Market.
This route is a veritable exhibition of heritage buildings representing various genres
of Mumbai’s architectural history. It includes the unusual Victorian neo-Gothic
Elphinstone Technical School, the Art Deco Metro Cinema, vernacular style Jer
Mahal, the handsome Renaissance Revival style Small Causes Court, and many
more. The walk ends with visits to the small but well-maintained Police Museum
and the vintage Crawford Market.
DALAL STREET WALK
Take a closer look at the heart of the Fort area – Mumbai’s oldest business district.
Starting at Flora Fountain, a quintessential city icon which also marks the entrance
into the Fort heritage district, you will be led through the country’s primary financial
nerve centre that houses the historic Stock Exchange and over 30 banking
establishments. Uncovering the past, twisting through the lanes of the old Fort, the
walk will take you past Old Government House, Mumbai Samachar Marg (former
Apollo Street) and ending at St. Thomas’ Cathedral, the oldest British church in the
city.
D.N.ROAD WALK
Once named after Governor William Hornby and then the great Dadabhai Naoroji,
this historic road with its a ‘one-of-its-kind’ 19th century streetscape is a splendid
example of formal urban design and planning in colonial India. This ‘Heritage Mile’
running from the Flora Fountain to Crawford Market, has not only a number of
landmark monumental buildings like the Victoria Terminus but also a host of rare
architectural gems in Victorian neo-Gothic, Indo-Saracenic, neo-Classical and
Edwardian styles. This walk from the Flora Fountain, past the line of buildings
housing Vatcha Agiary, leads to J. N. Petit Library, Bombay Mutual building etc. The
walk ends with views of the Victoria Terminus and surrounding Fort precinct.
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HORNIMAN CIRCLE WALK
Do you want to know where the Old Bombay Green once used to be? Find out this
and more on the Horniman Circle walk. Beginning at one of Mumbai’s oldest
institutions Asiatic Society, this walk will lead you down the pages of history set in
the heart of the old Fort area. You will be shown around the Asiatic Library housed
in what is considered to be among the finest neo-Classic buildings in India and one
of the oldest surviving Colonial buildings in Mumbai. Learn about the geography of
the erstwhile ‘walled town’ as you walk down the arcades of Horniman Circle, the
city’s first planned business district and through the historic round garden in the
middle. The walk ends with a visit to the other important landmark around the
Circle – the grand St. Thomas’ Cathedral.
KALA GHODA WALK
Deriving its name from the equestrian statue of a royal figure, ‘Kala Ghoda’ has
evolved into the city’s prime ‘Art District.’ Discover the area on the Kala Ghoda Walk
where you will be led around to view the city’s foremost art galleries, museums and
educational institutions. Starting from the landmark CST (formerly Prince of Wales)
Museum, walk down the historic Rampart Row. The walk includes visits to the St.
Andrew’s Church and David Sassoon Library.
OVAL WALK
Where was the Esplanade? How did the Maidans around South Mumbai come to be?
To find out come for the Oval Walk which will lead from the Oval Maidan into the
city’s most magnificent campus – that of Mumbai University. Take in the amazing
Victorian neo-Gothic architecture with magnificent detailing, airy verandahs, high-
coffered ceilings, glorious stained glass and beautiful woodwork while you listen to
the chimes of the famous Rajabai Clock Tower. Also visit the newly-restored
Convocation Hall within the same campus.
REGAL CIRCLE WALK
Find out about Mumbai’s connection with the Duke of Wellington… Visit the Indian
Heritage Award-winning Cathedral of the Holy Name….on the Regal Circle Walk.
Starting from the ‘circle of history’ you will be shown some fantastic architectural
gems such as the former Royal Alfred Sailor’s Home, Regal Cinema and many
others. The walk ends at the Royal Institute of Science, one of the city’s foremost
institutions housed in a first-rate heritage building.
OPEN-DECK BUS RIDE
Enjoy the heritage of South Mumbai in an open-deck bus in the pleasant evening
time. Lasting for an hour, you will see our city’s best-loved landmarks like the
Gateway of India, Taj Mahal Hotel, Mumbai University, High Court, Victoria Terminus,
Asiatic Society and many more. The bus will return to the starting point on completion
of the tour.
For more information contact
THE BOMBAY HERITAGE WALKS (since 1999)
Founded by architects Abha Bahl & Brinda Gaitonde
Navyug Niketan, Gnd. floor, 185 Walkeshwar Road, Teenbatti, Mumbai 400 006
Tel: (91-22) 2369 0992 Fax: (91-22) 2364 3234
Email: info@bombayheritagewalks.com
Website www.bombayheritagewalks.com
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Railway Stations on the Central, Western & Harbour Lines
Western Railway Central Railway Stations Harbour Line Stations
Stations Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Churchgate Masjid Masjid
Marine Lines Sandhurst Road Sandhurst Road
Charni Road Byculla Dockyard Road
Grant Road Chinchpokli
Mumbai Central Reay Road
Currey Road Cotton Green
Mahalaxmi
Parel Sewri
Lower Parel
Elphinstone Road Dadar
Wadala Junction
Dadar Matunga
GTB Nagar
Matunga Road Sion
Chunabhatti
Mahim Junction Kurla
Vidyavihar After Kalyan CR Splits Kurla
Bandra
Khar Road Ghatkopar on two routes Tilak Nagar
Santacruz Vikhroli Chembur
Vile Parle Kanjurmarg Mankhurd
Andheri To Karjat To Kasara
Bhandup Vashi
Jogeshwari Vithalwada Shahad
Mulund Sanpada
Goregaon Ulhasnagar Ambivli
Thane Juie Nagar
Malad Ambarnath Titwala
Kalwa Badlapur Khandavli Nerul
Kandivli
Borivali Mumbra Vangani Vashind Seawood
Dahisar Diva Junction Shelu Asangaon Belapur
Mira Road Dombivli Nerul Atagaon Kharghar
Bhayander Thakurli Bhivpuri Khardi Mansarovar
Naigaon Kalyan Karjat Kasara Khandeshwar
Vasai Road Panvel
Nalasopara
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NILAMBARI
Maharashtra Tourism Development Railway Station Building; D. N. Road; Hutatma
Corporation has introduced a tour by Open Chowk; Homi Modi Street; Horniman Circle;
Deck Bus through the heart of the City of Asiastic Library; Gateway of India.
Mumbai, wherein visitors can partake in a
Heritage Buildings to be seen: Churchgate
journey through the city’s past and present,
Head Office, Old Secretariat, Rajabhai Tower,
while observing for historical and archaeological
Churchgate Head Office, Old Secretariat,
buildings along the way.
Rajabhai Tower, Convocation Hall, High Court,
Timings: 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and 8.15 CST Railway Station, Thomas Cook,
p.m. to 9.15 p.m. (Every Saturday & Sunday) Convocation Hall, High Court, CST Railway
Station, Thomas Cook, Asiatic Library, Gateway
Fares: Upper Deck: Rs.90/- per head; Lower
of India.
Deck: Rs.40/- per head (Above 3 years full
fare) Tickets available at Reservation Division, Note: Cancellation is not allowed; Tickets are
MTDC Mumbai-20 and Gateway of India not transferable; Reporting place MTDC
Counter Information & Booking Counter at Gateway of
India 15 minutes in advance.
Route: Gateway of India; Vidhan Bhavan;
Oberoi Hotel; Hotel Marine Drive; Churchgate Booking Contact No: 22845678 (5 Lines);
Railway Station; Eros Theatre, Oval Maidan, Gateway of India Counter: 22841877
Maharshi Karve Road, Rajabai Tower; CST
Public Holidays 2009 MTDC’S RESORTS & HOTEL
(Mumbai & Maharashtra) Central Reservation Division:
Opp. L. I. C. Building, Madame Cama
Moharum January 8 Road, Mumbai – 400 020.
Republic Day January 26 Tel: 9122-2284 5678 (5 Lines) Fax No.
91-22-22852182 Mobile: 20644489 / 93
Mahashivratri February 23 Information & Booking of ‘DECCAN
Id-E-Milad March 10 ODYSSEY LUXURY TRAIN’
Tel: 2283 6690
Holi March 11 Regional Offices : (Reservation
Gudi Padwa March 27 Division)
Ram Navmi April 3
• Aurangbad – Holiday Resort,
Mahavir Jayanti April 7 Station Road, Aurangabad –
Good Friday April 10 431001 Tel: (STD 0240) 2334259,
2343169, Telefax: 2331198
Dr. B. Ambedkar Jayanti April 14
• Pune – ‘I’ Block, Central
Maharashtra Day May 1 Building, Pune – 411 001
Buddha Pournima May 9 Tel: (STD 020) 26126867, 26128169
Fax: 26119434
Independence Day August 15
• Nagpur – Prayatak Swagat
Parsi New Year August 19 Kendra, Paschim High Court Road,
Ramzan-Id September 21 Civil Lane, Near Gramin Tehsil
Office, Nagpur - 440 001.
Dussehra September 28
• Nashik – T/I, Gold Club, Old
Gandhi Jayanti October 2
Agra Road, Nashik – 422 002.
Laxmi Pujan October 17 Tel: (STD 0253) 2570059
Fax: 2579352
Bhaubeej October 19
• Ratnagiri – Collector Office
Gurunanak Jayanti November 2
Compound, Near Jaistambha,
Bakri-Id November 28 Ratnagiri – 415 612.
Christmas December 25 Telefax: (STD 02352) 223847
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DECCAN ODYSSEY ITINERARY
The Deccan Odyssey the Konkan Coast, the culture and art of
The Indian Railways and MTDC has locals, ancient temples, Sea-forts,
introduced Super Delux Luxury Train - The backwaters, old and new Goa, historical
Deccan Odyssey in the State of cities museums, replica of Taj Mahal, world
heritages sites - Ajanta & Ellora, Pilgrims
Maharashtra. This train has been
& handicrafts etc.
benchmarked against the best luxury
trains in the world like the Blue Train of Through the exotic journey offers state
S.Africa, Orient Express of Europe and the of art services including business centre,
Eastern and Oriental of S.E. Asia. The Royal fitness centre, conference hall, parlour
Journey of the Deccan Odssey begins from facility, along with on and off board
city of Dreams - Mumbai and over the mouth-watering Indian and International
next 7 days explores finest features along delicacies.
Tour departure every Wednesday (Oct. to April).
Subject to availability can be sold as Mumbai/Goa – 3 nights / 4 nights.
For every 15 paid passengers, one complimentary seat.
THE DECCAN ODYSSEY – Tour Itinerary
Mumbai Wednesday Day 1
Dept. C.S.T. for Rantnagiri Railway Station 16.40 hrs.
Dinner on Board 20.00 hrs. onwards
Ratnagiri Thursday Day 2
Breakfast on board 07.00 hrs. onwards
Arriving at Ratnagiri Station 08.10 hrs.
Dept. for Ratnagiri Town excursion by AC Coach 08.45 hrs.
Arrive at Ganapatipule Beach Resort (Lunch & Leisure time at beach 11.15 - 15.00 hrs.
Proceed to Jaigad Jetty– backwater cruise &
around Jaigarh Fort & Villages 15.30 - 17.00 hrs.
Leave for Ratnagiri Station by bus 17.15 hrs.
Return to Deccan Odyssey / Leisure evening on board 18.00 hrs.
Sindhudurg Nagari Friday Day 3
Breakfast on Board 07.00 hrs. onwards
Arrive at Sindhudurg Station, Detrain to reach MalvanJetty 08.30 hrs.
Visit to Sindhudurg Fortby boat 09.30 hrs.
Return to depart for the Tarkali Resort 11.30 hrs.
Arrive at Tarkarli Beach Resort, Lunch & Leisure time 12.00 - 14.30 hrs.
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DECCAN ODYSSEY ITINERARY
Depart for Walaval village by boat cruise on Tarkarli Creek backwaters. 14.45 hrs.
Arrive at Walaval Jetty, Walk through village & visit to Ancient temple 16.00 hrs.
Depart by coach to Sawantwadi Arrive at Sawantwadi & visit Shilpgram 17.30 hrs.
[An Art & Craft Center. Experience handicrafts artisans, cultural show]
Return to Deccan Odyssey train dept to Goa, dinner on board 19.30 hrs.
Goa Saturday Day 4
Breakfast on board arrive at Karnali Railway Station 07.00 - 07.30 hrs.
Detrain for sightseeing byAC Coach for Old Goa 08.00 hrs.
[visit to St. Augustine Church, Basilica of Bom Jesus Church,
Se Cathedral Church, St. Francis of Assissi, Goan antiques museum,
Fontanhas, Latin Quarters at Panjim]
Arrival at Beach Hotel (South Goa) for Lunch, Leisure time upto 13.00 - 16.00 hrs.
Depart for Madgaon Rly Station, Return to Deccan Odyssey 16.15 hrs.
Departure for Kolhapur, Dinner on board 17.15 hrs.
Kolhapur Sunday Day 5
Arrive at KolhapurRailway Station 06.00 hrs.
Breakfast on Board 07.00 hrs. onwards
Detrain for sightseeing by AC Coach 08.00 hrs.
[New Palace, Museum, Bhayani Mandap, Mahalaxmi Temple 08.30 hrs.
& Shalini Palace]
[Cultural programmes & visit Handicraft Stalls]
Depart to Kolhapur railway Station, Return to Deccan Odyssey 11.30 hrs.
Depart for Pune, Lunch & Leisure time on board 12.00 - 19.30 hrs.
Pune Sunday Day 5
Arrive at Pune Rly. Station 19.30 hrs.
Visit Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum 20.00 hrs
Dept. to Railway Stn. Pune, Deccan Odyssey departs for Aurangabad 21.15 hrs.
Return to Deccan Odyssey, Depart for Aurangabad 21.30 hrs.
Dinner on Board 22.00 hrs. onwards
Aurangabad Monday Day 6
Breakfast on board 07.00 hrs. onwards
Arrival at Daulatabad Station 08.00 hrs.
Detrain for Local Sightseeing [Visit Daulatabad Fort & Ellora Caves] 08.15 hrs.
Depart for Aurangabad for Lunch 12.30 hrs.
Lunch and free time at the hotel 13.00 – 15.00 hrs.
Depart for local sightseeing 15.15 hrs.
[Visit to Bibi-Ka-Maqbara & free shopping time]
Return to Deccan Odyssey 17.15 hrs.
Departure for Jalgaon for Ajanta Caves 18.00 hrs.
Dinner on board 20.00 hrs. onwards.
Ajanta Caves, Nasik Tuesday Day 7
Early breakfast on board 06.30 hrs. onwards
Arrival at Jalgaon Station 07.00 hrs.
Detrain to visit Ajanta Caves by AC Coach 07.30 hrs.
Return to Deccan Odyssey 12.45 hrs.
Depart for Nasik, Lunch & Leisure time on board 13.15 hrs.
Arrive at Nasik Station : Depart to
visit Panchwati Ghats and Asian Temples 17.00 hrs.
Return to the Deccan Odyssey & Dinner on board 20.30 hrs.
Depart for Mumbai 22.30 hrs.
Mumbai Wednesday Day 8
Breakfast on Board / Arrive at Mumbai CST 07.00 hrs.
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AJANTA & ELLORA CAVES
(Designated as the World Heritage Sites)
Ajanta Caves
AJANTA CAVES
Ajanta Caves located at 107 kms from the city
of Aurangabad, are amongst the finest example
of earliest Buddhist architecture caves paintings
and sculptures. These caves comprise Chaitya
Halls or shrines dedicated to Lord Buddha and
Viharas or monasteries used by Buddhist monks
for meditation. The sculpture inside the caves
depict incidents from the life of Buddha. The
most interesting paintings are that of Jakata
tales, illustrating diverse stories relating to the
previous incarnations of the Buddha as
Bodhisattva and whole gamut of human life -
birth & death; king & slave; rich & beggar, saint
& sinner, portraying sublimity & coarseness;
love & hatred; joy & sorrow, triumph &
tribulation; compassion & gratitude; pageantry
& poverty and longing. The paintings on the
ceiling are essentially decorative – patterns
depicting woven flowers, plants, fruits, beasts
and human, all permeated with naturalness,
freshness and elegance.
The caves on Ajanta offer an instructive field
for the study of the evolution of rock-cut
architecture - the most perfect specimens of
Indian mural paintings. The sculpture dating
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Ajanata Cave 1
5th and 6th centuries is remarkable for its classic On either side is a standing Chamara (fly-whisk)
qualities and serenity. The caves of Ajanta can bearer, the one on the right is Vajrapani as the
be classified into two distinct phases: the earlier 3-pronged vajra in his left hand shows. Both
Hinayana phase in which Buddha was the figures are profusely ornamented, while
worshipped in the form of certain symbols, their luxuriantly-coiled tresses fall gracefully
and the later Mahayana phase in which Buddha on one side. At the top corners of the halo
was worshipped in the physical form. The hover two flying figures holding garlands. The
Ajanta contains – finished and unfinished caves. walls of the hall contain representations of a
large number of the jakatas.
Cave 1 : is one of the finest monasteries at
Ajanta. Its beauty lies in its richly carved pillars Cave 2 is connected with the birth of the
and entablature. A small pillared antechamber, Buddha such as the dream of his mother Maya,
opposite the entrance door, leads into the its interpretation by the priests and the birth
sanctum, in which a colossal image of Buddha of Gautama, representation of the Miracle of
seated in the vajraparyankasana posture in Shravasti when the Buddha manifested himself
preaching attitude is cooped out in alto-relievo. in thousand forms.
The other finished caves
are 4, 6, 7, 9 & 10.
ELLORA CAVES
Spanning a period of 600
years between 5th and 11th
century AD, Ellora caves are
located 26 km north of
Aurangabad. The 34 caves
contain Buddhist Chaityas
(hall of worship) and Viharas
(monasteries), Hindu and
Jain temples. The most
imposing excavation is that
of the magnificent Kailasa
Temple (Cave 16) which is
the largest monolithic
Ellora caves structure in the world.
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GETAWAY
GETAWAY
Some places around Mumbai are the best spots where one can take a
break and get away awhile from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Alibaug
One can reach Alibaug just in 3 hours (108 km)
drive from Mumbai. Alibaug is a tiny resort
with a lot of forts, churches, and synagogues.
Weather in Alibaug is pleasant on most days
due to dense forests around. During the
monsoon season in this picturesque resort
ferries and catamarans are not operational from
mid-June to late September. Fascinating tower
of St. Barbara is one of the major tourist
attractions in Alibaug.
Other attractions: Akshi Nagaon, Sea forts
of Khanderi and Underi, etc.
Alibaug
Bhandardara
Located at a distance of 185 km from Mumbai,
Bhandardara is one of the most frequented
tourist places around Mumbai. Arthur Lake
amidst the deep forests in the region is a
splendid location for a picnic. Bhandardara is
also famous for Wilson Dam, which was built
in 1910 on the Pravara River and is almost 492
ft above the sea level. In the backdrop of the
Wilson Dam there stands the gorgeous Mount
Kalsubai – the highest peak (5,400 ft) of the
Sahyadri ranges in Maharashtra.
Other attractions: Ratangadh and Bhandardara dam
Amriteshwar.
Ganpatipule beach Ganpatipule
Travelling to Ganpatipule by road is a vacation
in itself as the entire Konkan region is a
paradise for tourists. Narrow roads, red
soil, roofed cottages, clean courtyards, and
casuarinas lining the coasts are unique
attractions in Ganapatipule. Located at
around 375 km south of Mumbai, this place
is also famous for the 400 years old temple
of Swayambhu Ganapati. Most pilgrims
believe in circumambulating around the hill
instead of just the temple. For every
traveller, it just means a good, long walk.
Other attractions: Jaigad Fort, Palace of
Thiba, Maigund, Pawas, Velneshwar, etc.
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Sinquerim Beach Goa
This tiny emerald land on the west cost is situated
594 km from Mumbai between the borders of
Maharashtra and Karnataka. The scenic capital,
Panaji, is located along the river Mandovi. Some
of the most revered temples in Goa include
Shri Manguesh Temple in Priol, Shri Ramnathi
Temple in Kavalem, Shri Mahalsa Narayani, a
folk deity temple, etc. Bhagvan Mahavir Wildlife
Sanctuary (60 km east of Panaji), Bondla
Sanctuary (55 km from Panaji), and Cotigao
Wildlife Sanctuary (60 km south of Panaji) are
some of the tourist attractions in the region.
Some of the finest beaches in Goa are Sinquerim,
Vagator, Bogmalo, Mobor, etc.
Harnai Other attractions: Safa Mosque, Salim Ali Bird
Sanctuary, Chapel of San Sebastian, Friday
Market at Mapusa, etc.
Harnai
Harnai is a pretty fishing village. In the evening
you can watch fishermen return with their
catch around the time the sun sets, and can
participate in noisy fish auction. Located 15
km from Anjarle Beach.
Khandala
One of the most popular hill stations in Mumbai,
Khandala lies in the picturesque Sahyadri hill
range. Located at a distance of 100 km from
Mumbai, it takes four hours to reach Khandala
by road. The popular hill station of Lonavala is Khandala
only 5 km from Khandala. Walvan Dam is also
one of the tourist attractions in the area. At a Konkeshwar
distance of 16 km from Khandala are the Karla,
Bhaja and Bedsa Caves. These rock-cut caves
of around 2nd century are the finest piece of
Buddhist rock-cut temple art in India.
Other attractions: Rajmachi Park, Ryewood,
Duke’s Nose, Kune Falls, Sakur Plateau, Monkey
Hill, Amruntanjan Point, etc.
Konkeshwar
It is built a few century back. An Arab trader’s
boat was got in storm and lost the way. But the
flame from the lamp of a tiny Shivai shrine at
Konkeshwar guided him safely shore. In
gratitude, he built towering temple to Shivai
and he lies buried here. The Taramundri Beach
is celebrated for the amazing visual splendour
of phosphorescence at night.
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Lonavala
Located in the Sylvan hills at a distance of 101
km from Mumbai, Lonavala is one of the main
attractions in Maharashtra. This tourist spot
serves as a starting point for travellers
interested in visiting the famous Buddhist rock-
cut caves of Bhaja, Bedsa, and Karla. Also
known as ‘Jewel of Sahyadri’, Lonavala provides
a panoramic view of the lush green
surroundings of the Sahyadri ranges. The Lonavala Lake
region is blessed with valleys, hills, milky
waterfalls, lush greenery and, pleasant cool Mahabaleshwar
winds. Tungarli lake, Lonavala lake, and Bhushir
Situated at an altitude of 1372 amidst the Shavadri
lake are some of the major tourist spots in
hills, Mahabaleshwar is a picturesque resort. As
Lonavala region. Amby Valley is also one of
this hill station is around 237 km far from
the popular tourist destinations in Lonavala. Mumbai, people having the passion of mountain
Other attractions: Satyam Shivam Sundaram, biking can enjoy the serpentine roads across the
Bhusi Dam, Lohagad Fort, Kaivalya Dham Yoga hills and ghats. Mahabaleshwar offers
Centre, Bhairavnath Dev Sthan, etc. breathtaking views of green valleys and evergreen
forests. Springs and waterfalls abound in the
Mahabaleshwar area offering various picnic spots. Though most
of the hill tracks are motorable, one should
really walk if he/she wants to enjoy the placid
glory of the nature in Mahabaleshwar.
Other attractions: Lingmala Waterfalls, Wilson
Point, Bombay Point, Connaught Peak, Hunter
Point, Castle Rock, etc. Nearby forts are
Pratapgadh (24 km), Raigad Fort (80 km) and
Sinhagad Fort (96 km).
Matheran
Matheran, a tiny but beautiful hill station, is
located at an altitude of 800 m and at a distance
of 131 km from Mumbai. A journey from Mumbai
to Matheran is very fun filled. After reaching
Neral – a small midway stop – one can board a
toy train plying up to Matheran. But, toy trains
are not allowed in Matheran; Dasturi Naka,
which is 3 km from the town, is the final
destination for the vehicles. Main tourist spots
Hills of Matheran in the town are Panther’s Cave, Lake Charlotte,
Honeymoon Hill, and Hart Point. Monsoon is
Murud-Janjira the best season to visit Matheran.
Murud is famous for the impregnable fort of Other attractions: Mount Barry, Monkey Point,
Porcupine Point, etc.
Janjira situated amidst the sea. This historically
renowned capital of the Siddhis of Janjira,
Murud is quite popular today as a picturesque Murud-Janjira
beach resort. As this place has a colourful
history, travellers can see the stately mansion
built by the Siddhi Nawab of Murud-Janjira.
Located at a distance of 165 km from Mumbai,
the charming colossal island fortress built 900
years ago is still considered as an architectural
marvel. Janjira caves are another attractions
that one cannot resist.
Other attractions: Golden Swan Beach
Resort and Shivaji’s Kasa Fort.
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Panchgani
Quite a charming hill resort, the name
Panchgani is derived from the Hindi word
paanch meaning five because the region is
surrounded by five hills. Located at an altitude
of 1334 m and at a distance of 258 km from
Mumbai, Panchgani is quintessential hill station
with an old world charm. This picturesque
town is just 18 km from Mahabaleshwar. Age-
old British architectures and ancient designs of Panchgani hills
Parsi houses around Panchgani are the main
tourist attractions.
Pench-Sillari
Other attractions: Tableland, Tapola, Rajpuri
Caves, Kartikswami Temple, Parsi Point, The Pench National Park and Tiger Reserve
Dhome Dam Backwaters, Sydney Point, extend over 257 sq.kms in Satpura hill range
Pandav-Ghat, Mandharodeo, etc. along the northern boundaries of Nasik district.
It received its official status as 'Tiger Reserve
of India' in February 1999. The park gets its
Pench National Park
name from Pench river which menders through
it like a mammoth python, diving it down the
centre. Rich in bio diversity, its terrain defined
by hills, valleys and slopes, Pench is an important
eco system supporting abundance of flora and
fauna including rich variety of aquatic life. The
park is homed to 33 species of mammals, 164
species of birds, 50 species of fish, 10 species
of amphibian and 30 species to reptiles. It is
also the home to sambhar, cheetal, barking
deer, nilgiri, black bug, wild boar, chausingha,
Pune sloth bear, mouse dear, foxes, hyenas,
porcupines, to name a few. Pench is a naturalistic
A pulsating city having a number of tourist dream come true.
attractions, Ashram of around 170 km from
Mumbai. Ashram of the godman Bhagwan
Rajnish, generally known as Osho, is one of
the most important landmarks of Pune, which
attracts tourists from all over the world. The
Shaniwar wada Palace in Pune is another
popular tourist destination. Museums like the
Raja Kelkar Museum and the Tribal Museum in
the region exhibit the 17th century miniatures
of musical instruments, antique pottery, and
brass padlocks. Apart from the 8th century Aga Khan Palace
rock-cut temple Pataleshwar, there is a famous
Muslim shrine Qamarali Darvesh, which is
considered to be a tourist landmark in Pune. Raigad Fort
Other attractions: Aga Khan Palace, Saras
Baug, Empress Garden, Sinhaghat, etc.
Raigad
Much more than a tourist spot, the fort of Raigad
is a place of pilgrimage, which has left an imprint
of the grand vision of Hindavi Swarajya as cherished
by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. On the Panaji
Highway, this charming place was once described
by European historians as ‘Gibraltar of the East’.
mile ahead, after a difficult climb, is the Maha
At the foothills near village Pachad, is Chit Darwaja
Darwaja, which was built around 350 years ago.
also known as Jit Darwaja. After grueling
footslogging, one can reach Khoob Ladha Buruj. Other attractions: Rani Vasa, Palkhi Darwaja,
It is a turret, from where an aggressor attacking Raj Bhavan, Ganga Sagar, Jagadishwar Temple,
from either flank could be repelled. Nearly a Bara Tanki, etc.
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Ratnagiri harbour Ratnagiri
Ratnagiri is terms as 'Queen of Konkan'. It has
a range of very clean beaches, of which closest
to town is Pandre Samundra or White Sea with
its talcum-powder sands. The Bhatye Beach is
15 minutes drive away and Ganeshghule is 20
km away from Ratnagiri. The fort of Ratnagiri
is a crumbling erstwhile fort of the local King,
which sprouted over hills giving standing view
of the sea.
Shirdi
A small religious town located at a distance of
302 km from Mumbai, Shirdi is the shrine of
Sai Baba. Samadhi of Baba, one of the main
tourist attractions in the town, is made of white
marble stones full of ornamental decorations.
Guru Poornima, Dusshera, and Ram Navami
are some important festivals and events
celebrated in Shirdi. Sakuri Kanyakumari
Samadhi Mandir Ashram – around 3 km from Shirdi – is a calm
place where tourists enjoy the peace and
tranquillity of surrounding. Shani Shinganpur
Silvassa and Renujkamata Temple are other serene
During the period of 1779-1954, Silvassa — places of religious importance around Shridi.
the capital of the union territory of Dadra and
Other attractions: Samadhi Mandir,
Nagar Haveli — was a Portuguese enclave.
Dwarkamai, Gurusthan, Chavadhi, and Maruti
Though it was integrated to India in 1961,
Mandir.
Portuguese influence can still be found in the
city. Ruins of Our Lady of Piety Church and
Bindrabin Temple in Silvassa are evocative. The
name Silvassa is derived from the Portuguese
word silva meaning woods as you can still find
the city’s roads lined with tall majestic trees.
All packed into a small area, you can find rivers,
waterfalls, verdant meadows, gentle hills dotting
the horizon around the city. Off the beaten
track, little cottages lie in shadows of trees
where colourful tribal folks dwell in. The Silvassa
monsoon landscape, lush, green forests and Silvassa
farms immersed in water, streams and
waterfalls are sheer magic. Merely a 2½ hour
drive from Mumbai, Silvassa is located at 12 Tarkarli
km from Vapi, the nearest railway station on
the Ahmedabad-Mumbai rail route.
Other attractions: Lion Safari, Tribal
Museum, Van Ganga Lake, Dudhini Lake,
Trimbakeshwar Temple near Nashik (2½ hr
drive), and Shirdi (another 1½)
Tarkarli
Tarkarli is one of the most beaches in India
having breath taking clear water and crisp sands.
The beach is 8 km long and if luck permit one hand and foot prints have been preserved in a
can see turtle on sand at dawn. Sindhudurg slab. The fort houses the only temple to Shivaji
Fort lies half a km away from the main land. in existence with a rare idol of Shivaji that
The fort was made in 1665 by Shivaji and his shows him without beard.
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INDIAN RAILWAY CATERING & TOURISM
CORPORATION LTD (IRCTC)
RAIL TOUR PACKAGES
Discover the Glory of Buddha 2953 – August Kranti Rajdhani Express)
7 Nights / 8 Days Massoorie – Shivpuri – Rishikesh – Haridwar
Bodhgaya – Nalanda – Rajgir – Varanasi – Sarnath Golden Triangle
- Lumini – Sravasti – Kushinagar – Agra
6 Nights / 7 Days (Dep. On every Saturday by
Mata Vaishnodevi Darshan 2953 – August Kranti Rajdhani Express)
2 Nights / 3 Days (Dep. On every Sunday by Delhi – Agra – Mathura – Fathehpur Sikri –
2471, Swaraj Express) Jaipur
Jammu – Katra (Mata Vaishnodevi Darshan) Lord Balaji Tirupati Darshan (with
VIP Darshan)
Destination Paradise
2 Nights/ 3 Days (Dep. On Every Thursday/
7 Nights / 8 Days (Dep. On Every Sunday by
Saturday from Dadar by Train 2163 – Chennai
2471, Swaraj Express)
Express)
Jammu – Katra – Srinagar Local – Gulmarg –
Balaji Darshan – Kalhasti – Godess Shree
Pahalgam
Padmavati
Glory of Himalaya Best of Kerala
7 Nights / 8 Days (Dep. On Every Friday by
7 Nights / 8 Days (Dep. On every Friday by
2471, Swaraj Express)
Train 6345 – Netravati Express)
Shimla – Manali – Chandigarh
Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey -
New Glory of Himalaya Summer Kovalam – Kanyakumari
Vacation Standard Package Glimpses of Kerala
7 Nights / 8 Days (Dep. On Every Saturday by 5 Nights / 6 Days (Dep. On every Friday by
2909 NZM Garib Rath) Train 2201 – KCVL Garibrath Express)
Delhi - Shimla – Manali – Chandigarh Cochin – Munnar – Thekkady – Alleppey
Uttranchal Delight Jaipur – Ajmer – Pushkar – Udaipur
6 Nights / 7 Days (Dep. On every Saturday by – Jodhpur
2953 – August Kranti Rajdhani Express)
6 Nights / 7 Days (Dep. On every Saturday
Nainital – Ranikhet - Kausani – Corbett by2955 – BCT JP Express)
Best of Uttranchal Nashik- Shirdi – Shani Shingnapur
6 Nights / 7 Days (Dep. On every Saturday by 2 Nights / 3 Days (Dep. On every Friday by
2071 – Jan Shatabdi Express)
The Heritage Journey
2 Nights / 3 Days (Dep. On every Friday by
2071 – Jan Shatabdi Express)
Aurangabad – Ajanta – Ellora
Journey to Malwa Duration
3 Nights / 4 Days (Dep. on every Wednesday
by Train 2961, Avanitka Express)
Mumbai – Ujjain - Omkareshwar – Maheshwar
– Mandu – Indore
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IRCTC TOUR PACKAGES ...
IRCTC’S BHARAT DARSHAN PACKAGES
In our endeavor to promote domestic Tourism 5. Security arrangements for each coach.
in India, IRCTC offers “Bharat Darshan
6. A Railway staff on train as Train
Special Tourist Train” one of the most
Superintendent.
affordable all inclusive tour package, covering
all the important tourist places in the country. Few circuit already operated :-
The Bharat Darshan tour package providing all Bharat Darshan – North Tour
comforts along with the following services:-
10 Nights / 11 Days
1. Hall accommodation at places of night stay/
morning freshening up. Mumbai-Udaipur–Nathdwara-Ranakpur–Jaipur-
Mathura-Agra-Haridwar–Vaishnodevi-Amritsar
2. Travel by train in IInd Class Sleeper coaches
– Non A.C. @ Rs. 5,780/- per person
2. Quality vegetarian meals. (Breakfast, Lunch Bharat Darshan - Dakshin Tour
& Dinner) 10 Nights / 11 Days
3. Tourist 2 x 3 Luxury buses for visiting Goa – Cochin – Kanyakumari - Rameswaram
sightseeing spots. – Madurai – Kanchipuram - Mamallapuram –
4. Guides / Tour escorts for announcements Chennai – Tirupati
and information. @ Rs. 5,670/- per person
For tariffs please contact:
Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd.
(West zone).
Tourism Office: Internet Print Center, IRCTC, Main Line Station
Building, 2nd Floor, CST, Mumbai 400001, Tel: 22644378/79
email: tourismwz@irctc.com
website: www.railtourismindia.com
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
BANKS, FINANCIAL Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, Mumbai – 400
001, Tel: 22661602 , Fax: 22671415
INSTITUTION & Email: helprd@rbi.org.in
REGULATORY Website: www.rbi.org.in
AUTHORITIES Main Building, Post Box No.901,
Shahid Bhagat Singh Road,
FOREIGN BANKS Mumbai – 400 001, Tel: 22660500
Fax: 22660817
ABN Amro Bank N. V.
31/32, Sakhar Bhavan, 3rd Floor, Allahabad Bank
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021. 37, Mumbai Samachar Marg,
Tel: 22818008, Fax: 22852092 Post Box No.282, Fort, Mumbai – 400 023.
Email: incompliance@abnamro.com Tel: 22655739, 22662018, 22611861
Website: www.abnamro.co.in Fax: 22661935
American Express Bank Ltd. Senapati Bapat Marg,
Fort House, 1st Floor, B. S. Road Post Office Box 7043,
221, Dr. D. N. Road, Fort, Dadar, Mumbai – 400 028, Tel: 24304828
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 56321000 Fax: 24322892
Fax: 56321027 Website: www.allahabadbank.com
Barclays Bank PLC Axis Bank Ltd.
21/23, Maker Chambers VI, 131, Maker Towers ‘F’,
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021. 13th Floor, Cuffe Parade,
Tel: 66387100 Mumbai – 400 005, Tel: 55074407,
Fax: 66387184 67074407
Website: www.barclays.com Fax: 22186944, 22181429
Email: co@utibank.co.in
Citibank N. A.
Website: www.utibank.com
Citigroup Centre,
Bandra – Kurla Complex, Bank of Baroda
Bandra (E), Mumbai – 400 051. Baroda Corporate Centre,
Tel: 26535757, 40015757 Plot No.C-26, G-Block,
Fax: 26532273 Bandra – Kurla Complex,
Website: www.citigroup.com/india Bandra (E), Mumbai – 400 051.
Tel: 56985900, 56985454
Deutsche Bank AG
Fax: 23523543, 26523509
D. B. House,
Email: cmd@bankofbaroda.com,
Hazarimal Somani Marg,
gm.international.bcc@bankofbaroda.com
Fort, Mumbai – 400 001, Tel: 66584000
Website: www.bankofbaroda.com
Fax: 22076687
Website: www.db.com Bank of India
Star House, C-5, ‘G’ Block,
The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking
Bandra – Kurla Complex, Bandra (E),
Corporation
Mumbai – 400 051, Tel: 66684444 / 4555 /
52/60, Mahatma Gandhi Road,
4540 / 4547, Fax: 66684558 / 4542
Fort, Mumbai – 400 001.
Email: hoit@boi.co.in,
Tel: 22619379, 22674921
hointernatitonal@bankofindia.co.in
Fax: 22658309
Website: www.bankofindia.com
Email: info@hsbc.co.in
Website: www.hsbc.co.in Canara Bank
Maker Chambers III, 7th Floor,
The Standard Chartered Bank
221, Nariman Point,
23/25, Mahatma Gandhi Road,
Mumbai – 400 021, Tel: 22831252 / 1282
Fort, Mumbai – 400 001.
Fax: 22049929
Tel: 22044444
Email: peidmum@canbank.co.in
Website: standardchartered.com
Central Bank of India
Chandermukhi, 11th Floor,
INDIAN PSU BANKS
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021.
Reserve Bank of India Tel: 22024393, 66387777 / 7566 / 7558 /
(The Central Banking Authority) 7592
Central Office Building, Fax: 22028122, 22043483
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Email: chairman@centralbank.co.in, MULTILATERAL FINANCIAL
cbiid@bom3.vsnl.net.in Website: INSTITUTIONS
www.centralbankofindia.co.in
Export Credit Guarantee Corporation
Dena Bank
of India Ltd.
Dena Corporate Centre,
Express Towers, 10th Floor,
C-10, G-Block,
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021.
Bandra – Kurla Complex,
Tel: 66590500 / 0510
Bandra (E), Mumbai – 400 051.
Fax: 66590517 / 0546
Tel: 26545757
Email: webmaster@ecgcindia.com
Fax: 26545761
Website: www.eegcindia.com
Email: cmd@denabank.co.in
Export – Import Bank of India
17, Horniman Circle,
Centre One Bldg., 21st Floor,
Ground Floor, Fort,
World Trade Centre Complex,
Mumbai – 400 023, Tel: 22658716,
Cuffe Parade, Mumbai – 400 005.
22693604, Fax: 22660993
Tel: 22185272
Email: intldiv@denabank.co.in
Fax: 22182572
Website: www.denabank.com
Email: cag@eximbankindia.in
IDBI Bank Ltd. Website: www.eximbankindia.in
Trade View, Oasis Complex,
Housing Development Finance
.
Ground & 1st Floor, P B. Marg,
Corporation Ltd.
Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400 013
Ramon House,
Tel: 24908102
169, Backbay Reclamation,
Fax: 24909016
H. T. Parikh Marg, Churchgate,
Email: nagesh@idbibank.com
Mumbai – 400 020.
Website: www.idbibank.com
Tel: 56316000, 22820282
Punjab National Bank Fax: 22046834
265, Birya House, Website: www.hdfc.com
Upstairs Bazar Gate Street,
Industrial Development Bank of India
Fort, Mumbai – 400 001, Tel: 2701509
Ltd.
MCB-Brady House, IDBI Tower, WTC Complex,
12/14, V. N. Road, Fort, Cuffe Parade, Colaba,
Mumbai – 400 023, Tel: 2874394 Mumbai – 400 005.
Website: www.pnbindia.com Tel: 22189111, 56553355
Fax: 22181294 / 5179 / 8137
State Bank of India
Email: pro@idbi.com
State Bank Bhavan,
Website: www.idbi.com
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021.
Tel: 22022426 / 799, 22023480 Industrial Finance Corporation of India
Fax: 22852708, 22856771 Earnest House, 8th & 9th Floors,
Email: chairman@sbi.co.in, cgm.fo@sbi.co.in Backbay Reclamation,
Website: www.statebankofindia.com Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021.
Tel: 22835373 / 5047 / 5087
Syndicate Bank
Fax: 22857376 / 1016
Maker Towers F, 2nd Floor,
Website: www.ifciltd.com
Cuffe Parade, Mumbai – 400 005.
Tel: 22181235 / 552 Infrastructure Development Finance
Fax: 22181622 Co. Ltd.
Email: idforex@vsnl.com Ramon House
Website: www.syndicatebank.com H.T. Parekh Marg
169, Backbay Reclamation
Union Bank of India
Mumbai 400 020.
Union Bank Bhavan,
239, Vidhan Bhavan Marg, International Finance Corporation
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021. Godrej Bhavan, 3rd Floor,
Tel: 22023060, 22892000, 22871305 Near Sterling Cinema,
Fax: 22831929, 22824689 Murban Road, Fort,
Email: cmd@unionbankofindia.com, Mumbai – 400 001.
rajendran@unionbankofindia.com Website: Tel: 66652000
www.unionbankofindia.com Fax: 66652001
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
PRIVATE BANKS DIPLOMATIC MISSION
Development Credit Bank Ltd.
204, Raheja Centre, 2nd Floor,
DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021.
IN MUMBAI (CLOSED ON SAT & SUN)
Tel: 22872465 / 66, 22825689 Consulate General of Afghanistan
Fax: 22876112 115 Walkheswar Road, Near to Lower Gate
Email: customercare@dcbl.com Raj Bhavan, Mumbai - 400 006,
Website: www.dcbl.com Tel: 2363 3777, Telefax: 23635437
Timings: 0930 to 1330 hrs.
Unit No.301, Trade Plaza,
Veer Savarkar Marg, Prabhadevi, 1430 to 1630 hrs.
Mumbai – 400 025. Consulate General of Australia
Tel: 24387000 (Trade Office)
Fax: 22876112 36 Maker Chamber VI, Nariman Point
Website: www.mail.dcbl.com Mumbai - 400 021
HDFC Bank Ltd. Tel: 66692000, Fax: 66692005
HDFC Bank House, Timings: 0900 to 1700 hrs - Office
Senapati Bapat Marg, For VISA - Embassy Office at Delhi
Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400 013 Consulate General of Bahrain
Tel: 66521000 53 Maker Towers ‘F’, 5th Floor
Fax: 24960737 Cuffe Parade, Colaba,
Email: aditya.puri@hdfcbank.com Mumbai - 400 005
Website: www.hdfcbank.com Tel: 22185971/5856/5858, Fax: 22188817
ICICI Bank Ltd. Email: brn_consulate@hotmail.com
ICICI Bank Towers, Timings : 0900 to 1500 hrs - Office
Bandra – Kurla Complex, 0900 to 1300 hrs - for Visa Applications
Bandra (E), Mumbai – 400 051. 1500 to 1600 hrs - for visa submission
Tel: 26531414 Consulate General of Belgium
Fax: 26531122 “Morena” 11, ML Dahanukar Marg
Email: customcare@icicibank.com Cumballa Hills Mumbai - 400 026
Website: www.icicibank.com Tel: 23512115, Fax: 24950420
Kotak Mahindra Bank Email: consubel@vsnl.com
Bakhtawar, 1st Floor, 0800 to 1530 hrs - Office
229, Nariman Point, 0830 to 1030 hrs - for submission of Visa
Mumbai – 400 021, Tel: 66341100 Applications
Fax: 22885661 1430 to 1500 hrs -for Collection of Visa
Email: bank@kotak.com Consulate General of Brazil
Website: www.kotak.com Unit No. 113/114
Free Press House Building Free Gulmarg 11th
REGULATORY AUTHORITIES Floor, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021
Tel: 22834467, Fax: 22834468
Clearing Corporation of India Ltd.
E-mail: consbrassmumbai@gmail.com
Trade World, ‘C’ Wing, 7th Floor,
Timings: 1000 to 1300 hrs - Office
Kamla Mills Compound, S. B. Marg,
1000 to 1200 hrs and 1400 to 1600 - for Visas
Lower Parel (W), Mumbai – 400 013.
Tel: 24928155, 56639200 Consulate General of Canada
Fax: 24951089 Fort House, 221 D.N. Road, Fort,
Email: tccil@vsnl.net Mumbai - 400 001,
Website: www.ccilindia.com Tel: 67494444, Fax: 67494454
E-mail: mmbai@international.gc.ca.
Securities & Exchange Board of India
Timings: 0900 to 1730 hrs - Office
SEBI Bhavan,
0900 to 1500 hrs - (for Friday)
Plot No. C4/A, ‘E’ Block,
Bandra – Kurla Complex, Consulate General of the People’s
Bandra (E), Mumbai – 400 051. Republic of China
Tel: 26449000 ‘Hoechst House’, 8th Floor,
Fax: 226449006 Nariman Point, 193 Backbay Reclamation,
Email: sebi@sebi.gov.in Mumbai - 400 021
Website: www.sebi.gov.in Tel: 66324303\4306 Fax: 66324308/07
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Timings: 1000 to 1500 hrs - Office Consulate General of Israel
1000 to 1200 hrs - for Visas ‘Earnest House’ 16th Floor, NCPA Marg
194, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021
Consulate General of Czech Republic
Tel: 22819993 - 7, Fax: 22824727
‘Marcopia Building’, 5, G. Deshmukh Marg
Email: cg-sec@mumbaimfa.gov.in
Mumbai - 400 026,
Timings:
Tel: 23518456/8457, Fax: 23520442
0900 to 1700 hrs (Mon to Thur)
Timings: 0900 to 1630 hrs - Office
0900 to 1500 hrs (Friday)
0900 to 1000 hrs - for Visas
Visa - 1000 to 1300 hrs (Mon to Thur)
1330 to 1430 hrs - for Collection
1000 to 1200 hrs (Friday)
Consulate General of The Arab
Consulate General of Italy
Republic of Egypt
Kanchanjunga, 72 G. Deshmukh Road,
101 Benhur Apartments,
Mumbai - 400 026, Tel: 23804071/4073
32 Narayan Dabholkar Road, Mumbai-400 006,
Fax: 23874074
Tel: 23676407/6422, Fax: 23634558
Email: consulgeneral.mumbai@esteri.it
Timings:
Timings:
0900 to 1300 hrs - Office
0900 to 1600 hrs - Office
0930 to 1100 hrs - for Visas Submission
0900 to 1200 hrs - for Visas
1400 to 1500 hrs - for Visa Collection
Consulate General of Japan
Consulate General of France
1, ML Dahanukar Marg, Cumballa Hill
Hoechst House, 7th Floor, Nariman Point,
Mumbai - 400 026,
Mumbai - 400 021
Tel: 23517101, Fax: 23517120
Tel: 66694000, Fax: 66694066
Email: mail@consulfrance_bombay.org, Email: cgoj_admin@hotmail.com
website: www.consulfrance_bombay.org Timings:
Timings: 0930 to 1730 hrs - Office
0900 to 1300 hrs 0930 to 1300 hrs - for Visas
1430 to 1730 hrs - Office Consulate General of Kuwait
0900 to 1100 hrs - for Visas No is 66314000 Vaswani Mansions, 120 Dinshaw Waccha
Consulate General of Germany Road, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400 020
Hoechst House, 10th Floor Tel: 22873007, 22871897, Fax: 22048180
Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021 Timings:
Tel: 22832422/2661, Fax: 24950321 0930 to 1530 hrs - Office
Email: germanconsulmumbai@vsnl.com 0930 to 1200 hrs - for Visas Submission
Timings: 1500 to 1530 hrs - for Visas Collection
0800 to 1100 hrs - for Visas No is Consulate General of Mauritius
22839834/9835 Mittal Tower ‘C’ Wing, Nariman Point,
(Mon-Thu)
Mumbai - 400 021
0745 to 1345 hrs - Friday
Tel: 22845466/4165, Fax: 22845468
Consulate General of Indonesia Timings:
Lincoin Annexe 19 Altamount Road, 0900 to 1600 hrs - Office
Cumballa Hill Mumbai - 400 026, Tel: 0900 to 1100 hrs - for Visa Applications
23530940, 23511678, 23530900, Fax: 1430 to 1500 hrs- for Visa collection
23510941
Timings: Consulate General of Netherlands
1000 to 1600 hrs - Office Forbes Building,Charanjit Rai Marg, Fort,
1000 to 1230 hrs - for Visas Submission Mumbai - 400 001,
1400 to 1530 hrs - for Collection of Visas Tel: , Fax: 22069436
Email: bom@minbuza.nl
Consulate General of the Islamic Timings:
Republic of Iran 0845 to 1700 hrs - Office (Mon to Thu)
Swapnalok, 47, Lady Jagmohandas Road, 0845 to 1615 hrs - Office (Fri)
Napean Sea Road, Mumbai - 400 006 0930 to 1130 hrs. - for Visas
Tel: 23630073/1429/1029, Fax: 23694666
Timings: Consulate General of Philippines
0900 to 1630 hrs. - Office (Friday) Industry house, Ist Floor, 159,
0900 to 1730 hrs. - Office (Mon to Thur) Churchgate Reclamation, Mumbai - 400 020
0900 to 1300 hrs - for Visas Submission Tel: 22024792, Fax: 22814103
1630 to 1730 hrs - for Visas Collection Timings: 1000 to 1300 hrs
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Consulate General of Poland Consulate General of Switzerland
Manavi Apartments, 36, B.G. Kher Marg Maker Chamber IV, 10th floor, Nariman Point,
Malabar Hill, Mumbai - 400 006 Mumbai - 400 021,
Tel: 23633863/3864, Fax: 23633376 Tel: 22884563/4565, Fax: 22856566
Email: consulate@police.consulate.com Email: vertretung@mum.rep.admin.ch
Timings: Timings:
1000 to 1400 hrs - Office 0800 to 1515 hrs - Office
0930 to 1200 hrs - for Visas Submission 0815 to 1100 hrs - for Visa Submission
1200 to 1300 hrs - for Visas Collection 1130 to 1230 hrs - for Visa Collection
Consulate General of the State of Qatar Consulate General of Thailand
Bajaj Bhawan, Gr. Gloor, Nriman Point, 1st Floor, Jamanalal Bajaj Marg, Nariman Point,
Mumbai - 400 021, Mumbai - 400 021
Tel: 22026701/7192, Fax: 22023692 Tel: 22823535/1628, Fax: 23632417
Email: qatarconsulate@yahoo.com Timings: 0900 to 1630 hrs
Timings: 0930 to 1530 hrs
Consulate General of UAE
Consulate General of Russia Bunglow No.7, Jolly Maker Apartment no.1,
Palm Beach, 42, Napean Sea Road Near Cuffe Parade, Mumbai, Tel: 22183021,
Priyadarshini Park, Mumbai - 400 036 22841847, Fax: 22841845
Tel: 23633627/3628, Fax: 23630403 Timings: 0900 to 1500 hrs - Office
Email: consul@mtnl.net.in
Dy. High Commission of UK
Timings:
1000 to 1400 hrs - Office Maker Chamber IV, 222 Jamanalal Bajaj Marg,
1000 to 1200 hrs (Mon, Wed, Fri) - Visa Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021.
Tel: 66502222/22823560, Fax: 22027940
Royal Consulate General of Saudi Arabia Email: postmaster.bomba@fco.gov.uk
Marker Tower ‘F 4th Floor’, Cuffe Parade, Timings:
Mumbai - 400 005 0800 to 1600 hrs (Mon to Thu)
Tel: 22187725/7768, Fax: 22187272 0800 to 1300 hrs (Fri)
Timings:
0900 to 1600 hrs - Office Consulate General of USA
0900 to 1100 hrs - for Visas Submission Lincoln House, 78 Bhulabhai, Desai road,
(Mon to Fri) Mumbai - 400 026
1500 to 1600 hrs - Delivery time Tel: 23633611-18, Fax: 23630350/5518
Consulate of the Republic of Singapore Timings: 0800 to 1700 hrs
No. 101, 10th floor, Maker Chambers IV, 222, Consulate General of Yemen
Majnalal Bajaj Marg, Nariman Point, 102-A, Maker Tower, 10th floor, Cuffe Parade,
Mumbai - 400 021 Colaba, Mumbai - 400 005
Tel: 22043205/3209, Fax: 22855812 Tel: 22183956/7570, Fax: 22187661
Timings: Email: yemen20@hotmail.com
0900 to 1030 hrs - for Visa Applications Timings:
1400 to 1500 hrs - for Visa Collection 1000 to 1600 hrs - Office
Consulate General of South Africa 1000 to 1200 hrs - Visa Submission
Gandhi Mansion, 20, Altamount Road, 1400 to 1500 hrs - Visa Collection
Mumbai - 400 026
Consulate General of Korea
Tel: 23513725, 23523726, Fax: 23523735
Email: saconsul@bom3.vsnl.net.in 9th Floor, Kanchanjunga Bldg, 72, Peddar
Timings: Road, Mumbai - 400 025
0900 to 1130 hrs - for Visa Submission Tel: 23886743/6744/6745, Fax: 23886765
1400 to 1500 - for Visa Collection Email: conkorea@hathway.com
Timings:
Consulate General of Sri Lanka 0930 to 1730 hrs - Office
34, Homi Modi Street, Flora Fountain, 0930 to 1130 hrs - for Visas
Mumbai - 400 001
Tel: 22045861/8303, Fax: 22876132 Consulate General of Panama
Email: slcon@bom5.vsnl.net.in Flat No 7, 1st Floor, Church Hill Chamber,
Timings: B.K. Boman Behram Marg, 32,
0900 to 1645 hrs - Office Merryweather Road, Colaba, Mumbai -
0930 to 1130 hrs - for Visa Submission 400001, Tel: 22871391/93, Fax: 22871390
1530 to 1630 hrs - for Visa Collection Email: pconsul@vsnl.com
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Timings: Biman Bangladesh Airline
1030 to 1330 hrs Reservation & Enquiry: 22824659/4732/4580
1400 to 1630 hrs - Office Airport: 26829032
1100 to 1600 hrs - for Visa
British Airways Plc
Consulate General of Maldives Reservation & Enquiry: 9892577470
212A, Maker Bhawan 3, New Marine Line, Airport: 26828806
Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 22078041,
British Midland Airline
Fax: 22096507, Email: maldives@vsnl.com
Reservation & Enquiry: 22874721/25/4194
Timings : 1000 to 1600 hrs
Airport: 26829863
TOUR AND TRAVEL Cathay Pacific Airways
Reservation & Enquiry: 66572222/2233/2244
AIRPORT OFFICES - Airport: 26829195/96
INTERNATIONAL China Eastern Airlines
Airport Authority of India Reservation & Enquiry: 22022662, 22854313
Tel. No. 26829000’ Continental Airways
Air Arabia Reservation & Enquiry: 40908000
Reservation & Enquiry: 28395240/45 Delta Skysteam
Airport: 26829903 Reservation & Enquiry: 22839712/13/14
Air Canada Airport: 26829390/91
Reservation & Enquiry: 22837094 Egypt Airlines
Air China Reservation & Enquiry: 22833798, 22824088
Reservation & Enquiry: 22181440 Airport: 26823512
Airport: 26828881
Emirates Airlines
Air France Reservation & Enquiry: 40974097, 28794097
Reservation & Enquiry: 1800110055 Airport: 26829908
Air Mauritius Ethiopian Airlines
Reservation & Enquiry: 22028386, 22026430 Reservation & Enquiry: 22166066/67/68
Airport:26829376 Airport: 26828626
Air Srilankan Etihad Airways
Reservation & Enquiry: 22842681 Reservation & Enquiry: 39013901
Air Pacific * Fiji International Airport: 26829887
Reservation & Enquiry: 22045029/7532 Euro Traditions India
Air Portugal Reservation & Enquiry: 26733307, 40790777
Reservation & Enquiry: 22086060, Eva Airlines
22069635/4060 Reservation & Enquiry: 66330713/14
Air Sahara Finn Air - Gsa
Reservation & Enquiry: 1800223020, Reservation & Enquiry: 40524300
66374102/03
Garuda Indonesia
Air Seychelles Reservation & Enquiry: 66662777, 66228119/
Reservation & Enquiry: 22873979/4197, 8120
28394670
Gulf Air
All Nippon Airways Reservation & Enquiry: 1800221122
Reservation & Enquiry: 22856752 Airport: 26828652/8653
Airport: 26829023
Hahn Air
American Airlines
Reservation & Enquiry: 66603877
Reservation & Enquiry: 18001807300,
39887300 Iran Airways
Airport: 26829909/10 Reservation & Enquiry: 22047070/3524
Airport: 26829977
Alitalia Airlines
Reservation & Enquiry: 66630820/800 Jet Airways
Airport: 26829306/9307 Reservation & Enquiry: 39893333
Austrian Airlines Kenya Airways
Reservation & Enquiry: 22801281/82/84 Reservation & Enquiry: 22820064,
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
22872398, 22830041 Thai Airways International
Airport: 26828024, 26828425 Reservation & Enquiry: 66373737
Airport: 26828950
Korean Air
Reservation & Enquiry: 22004756/4809 Turkish Airlines
Airport: 26829231/9305 Reservation & Enquiry: 22821591, 22022661
Airport: 26828326
Kuwait Airways
Reservation & Enquiry: 66369955 U.S. Airways
Reservation & Enquiry: 22851460
Lufthansa
Reservation & Enquiry: 66301940 Ukraine International Airlines
Malaysia Airlines Reservation & Enquiry: 22182831/1431
Reservation & Enquiry: 66505757/00 United Airlines
Airport: 26828933 Reservation & Enquiry: 22047027, 22875944
Nationwide Airlines Virgin Atlantic Airlines
Reservation & Enquiry:22047532, 22821800, Reservation & Enquiry: 1800112333
22840443
Yemenia Airways
Oman Air
Reservation & Enquiry: 66333344
Reservation & Enquiry: 22819185 Airport: 26829216
Airport: 26829000
Pakistan International Airlines
Reservation & Enquiry: 22021373/1225/1598
AIRPORT OFFICES - DOMESTIC
Airport: 26828260 Domestic Airport
Qatar Airways 26264000 / 01’
Reservation & Enquiry: 44566000 Air Deccan
Airport: 26828929
Reservation & Enquiry: 39008888
Quantas Airways Airport: 26156466
Reservation & Enquiry: 22007440, 28391062
Airport: 26829000 Air India
Reservation & Enquiry: 25489999
Royal Jordanian Airport: 28318888
Reservation & Enquiry: 22022779/804
Airport: 26828884 Air Sahara
Reservation & Enquiry: 30302020
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Airport: 30302020
Reservation & Enquiry: 22020049
Airport: 26828673 Go Air
Scandinavian Airlines Reservation & Enquiry: 9223222111
Reservation & Enquiry: 22027083 Airport: 65803983
Singapore Airlines Indian Airlines
Reservation & Enquiry: 22022747 Reservation & Enquiry: 28479797
Airport: 26829900/9901
Indigo Airlines
South African Airways
Reservation & Enquiry: 22842237, Reservation & Enquiry: 18001803838
22823450/51 Airport: 26156773/774
Airport: 26828798/89
Jet Airways
Sri Lankan Airlines Reservation & Enquiry: 39893333
Reservation & Enquiry: 22823288 Airport: 39893333
Airport: 26828965/8051
Swiss International Airlines Kingfisher Airlines
Reservation & Enquiry: 22872210 Reservation & Enquiry: 66499393
Airport: 26828751 Airport: 65147848
Syrian Arab Airlines Spice Jet
Reservation & Enquiry: 22826143, 22875155 Reservation & Enquiry: 9871803333
Airport: 26828678 Airport: 18001803333
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
TOUR/TRAVEL AGENTS AND Trade Wings Ltd
CRUISE OPERATORS 18/20, 1st Floor, Bhogilal Bldg., Opp. M.G.
Ghia Hall, Kala Ghoda, Fort Mumbai - 400
Akbar Travels 001, Tel: 66344334
Janjikar Street, Mohammed Ali Road, Masjid
Travel Corporation of India Ltd
Bunder, Mumbai. Tel: 40996009
1st Floor, Chandermukhi, Nariman Point,
167/169, D. N. Road, Opp. C.S.T. Station,
Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 22027120, 67401000
Fort, Mumbai. Tel: 22633434
Travellers World
American Express Travel
108, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri (W),
Regal Cinema Building, Chhatrapati Shivaji
Mumbai – 400 053. Tel: 32684492
Marg, Colaba, Mumbai – 400 039. Tel:
66174777
Cox & Kings India MUMBAI SIGHTSEEING TOURS
Turner Morrison 16, Bank Street,
Gateway Elephanta Pleasure Tours
Fort Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22709100 Gateway of India Colaba
Eastman Travel & Tours Mumabi - 400 039, Tel: 2287473, 22023585
2, Pushpanjali, S.V. Road, Santacruz(W)
Neeta Travels
Mumbai - 400 054, Tel: 26495147
19, Saraswati Niwas, SV Road, Borivli(W),
Kesari Tours Mumbai - 400 092, Tel: 28939520,
L. J. Road, Mahim, Mumbai – 400 016. Tel: 28919125
24332222 Gray Line India Tours:
Kuoni Travel Group Elephanta Caves Tour
Kuoni House, Behind Taj Hotel,Colaba, Fish Auction Tour
Mumbai - 400 001 Grand Church Tour of Mumbai
Tel: 66562000 Mubai-Local Sightseeing from Airport Hotels
South Mumbai
Mercury Travels Limited (Full Day/Half Day - Morning/Afternoon)
The Oberoi, Oberoi Shopping Centre Subarban Train Ride in Mumbai
Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021 Temple Tour in Mumbai
Tel: 66150863/73/74/75 The Classic Mumbai Tour
Dr. V. B. Gandhi Marg, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai The Grand Dubba Wala Tour
Tel: 66153479/82 The Great Indian Movie Experience
The Wine Tour
Mumbai Port Trust Cruise Terminal Victoria Ride Tour
Green Gate, Mumbai - 400 001. Walking Tour - Bhuleshwar & Jhaveri Bazaar
Email: gautam.s.dey@gmail.com .
Chowpatty New Bldg., Gr. Floor, S.V.P Rd.
Tel: 66565301 Tel: 23672424 /1800229900,
Pais Tours & Travels Fax: 23645001
13, H. Goregaonkar Marg, Bhaskar Bhau Lane, Email: rajtravels@rajtravels.com
Gamdevi, Mumbai – 400 007. Tel: 23875544 Website: www.grayline.com/grayline/
destinations/asia/bombay.go
Raj Travel World
Chowpatty View Bldg., Opp. Sukh Sagar, TRAVEL RELATED SERVICES
SVP Road, Mumbai - 400 007, Tel: 23672424
SOTC Travels and Tours
TOURISM DEPARTMENTS
RNA Corporate Park, 4th Floor, Near Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Ltd.
Collectors Office, Bandra (E), C/o M.T.D.C., Opp. L.I.C., Madam Cama
Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 66617500 (HQ) Road, Mumbai - 400 020
Strawberry Outbound Tel: 22843197, Fax: 22024415
802, B-Wing, Odyssey, Wadala (E), Mumbai - Goa Tourism
400 037, Tel: 24036305 / 6726 Mumbai Central Railway Station, Mumbai -
Fax: 24033322 400 008, Tel: 23086288
Email: mail@strawberryoutbound.com
Gujarat Tourism
Website: www.strawberryoutbound.com
1st Floor, Khetan Bhavan, J. Tata Road,
Thomas Cook (India) Ltd. Mumbai - 400 002, Tel: 22024925
Thomas Cook Building, Dr. D. N. Road, Himachal Pradesh Tourism
Fort, Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 67686970 36, World Trade Centre, P Pethe Marg,
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Cuffe Parade , Mumbai - 400 005 32469909 Mob: 9322902772, 9322403802
Tel: 22180080, 22181123 Destinations: Shirdi, Sangli, Miraj,
India Tourism Ichalkaranji, Kolhapur, Aurangabad, Pune
(Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India) Neeta Tours & Travels
123 M, Karve Road Churchgate, .
19, Saraswati Niwas, Rokadia lane, S.V.P Road,
Mumbai - 400 020 , Tel: 22074333/4334, Borivali (W), Mumbai - 400 092
Fax: 22014496 Tel: 28902666/02665/02664/04843/04846,
Tourist Enquiry: (24x7 - round the clock at 45252/41212/41213
Mumbai International Airport) Destinations: Nasik, Shirdi, Lonavala, Pune,
Tel: 26829248, Fax: 22014496, Goa, Panchgani, Hyderabad, Mahabaleshwar,
Email: indiatourism@vsnl.com Kolhapur, Jalgaon, Aurangabad, Ahmedabad,
website: www.incredibleindia.org
Bangalore, Baroda, Rajkot, Gulbarga
India Tourism Development Corp.
Shubham Travels
Sai Vihar, No.9, Mint Back Road
Fort Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22668731 Shop No. 2, Krishna Niwas Rokadia Lane,
Borivali(W), Mumbai - 400 092
Jammu & Kashmir Tourist Office Tel: 28916622/15436; 28926622/26633
25, North Wing, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Destinations: Goa, Nasik, Shirdi
Parade, Mumbai - 400 005
Tel: 22189718/9040 Sita Ram Tours & Travels
Website: www.jktourism.org Shop No. 6, Laxmi Niwas, Rokadia Lane,
Opp. gurukul Hotel Borivali(W), Mumbai -
Karnataka Tourism Information 400 092, Tel: 28927160, 28949797
3, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade Destinations: Pune, Nagpur
Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22181658
Swami Travels
Kerala Tourism
Ship No. 4, Saraswati Niwas, Rokadia Lane,
“Kairali”, Nirmal Building, Nariman Point,
Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 22830491 Opp. Gokul Hotel, Borivali(W),Mumbai - 400
092, Tel: 28904545/4646/4747/4848/4949,
Maharashtra Tourism Development 28915944
Opp LIC Building, Madam Cama Road Destinations: Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani
Mumbai - 400 020 Tel: 22026713/7762
TPH Travel Services
M P State Tourism Development 286, Jolly Centre, Tilak Road, Santa Cruz
45, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade (W), Mumbai - 400054, Tel: 26489444/9555
Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22187603 Destinations: Mahabaleshwar. Pachgani,
Rajasthan Tourism Development Corp. Pune, Nashik, Shirdi, Goa, Bhuj, Rajkot,
38-B, Ground Floor, Kamer Building, Kawasji Baroda, Ahmedabad.
Patel Street, Fort, Mumbai - 400 001
Bus Service from Crowford Market
Tel: 22040417, 22820683
Sagar Travels
Singapore Tourism Board
F-Block, Sitaram Bldg., Crowford Market,
82, 8th Floor, Jolly Maker II, Nariman Point,
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 23436777/9190,
Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 22853004
23445569/3065
Tamilnadu Tourism Development Corp. Destinations: Banglore, Mangalore,
G-2 (A), Royal Grace, Lokmanya Tilak Kolhapur, Sangli
Colony Marg N0. 2, Dadar (East) Bus Service from Dadar
Mumbai - 400 014, Tel: 24110118, 24154621
Dadar Tourist Center
Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Sharifa Mansion, Opp. Pritam Hotel, S.G.
38, World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade Marg, Dadar(E), Mumbai - 400 014
Mumbai - 400 005 Tel: 22902011, 24159166, 24169253
Tel: 22185458, 66359946/9947
Destinations: Pune, Banglore, Hyderabad,
Aurangabad, Nasik, Shirdi, Goa,
TOURIST BUS HUBS IN MUMBAI Mahabaleshwar, Sangli, Kolhapur, Baroda, All
India Tourist Bus Service
Bus Service from Borivali
Siddique Tourist Center
Konduskar Travels
4, Krishna Niwas, Pai nagar, Rokadia Lane, Sharifa Mansion, Shop No. 3,
Borivali (W), Mumbai-400 092 Next to Post Office, Dadar(E),
Tel: 28943799/49599/19599/45899, Mumbai - 400 014
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Tel: 24173717/58223/89826/28185 Pias Auto
Destinations: Nashik, Shirdi, Aurangabad, 13, H. Goregaonkar Marg, Bhaskar Bhau
Jalna, Malegaon, Dhulia, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Lane, Gamdevi, Mumbai - 400 007
Sangli, Miraj, Ichalkaranji, Beed Tel: 23875544
Bus Services from Khetwadi COOL CABS & TAXI SERVICES
Eagle Travels Agency Cool Cab
9-A, Vijay Chambers, Ground floor, (Silver Blue) : 22164466, 66884466
Opp. Dreamland Cinema, Khetwadi, Fortune Cars Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai - 400 004 Opp. L&T Gate No.7, Powai, Mumbai - 400
Tel: 23860088/83053/20345/18989 076, Tel: 67221111
Destinations: Ahmedabad, Baroda, Rajkot,
Udaipur, Surat, Gometi, Sagwada, Amet Gold Cabs
(Yellow Red) : 32449999
Paavan Bus Service
Mega Cool Cab
198-A, Khetwadi Main Road, ‘Earth Sampan’,
(Black) : 42424242
Shop No. 4, 10th Lane Corner,
Mumbai - 400 004, Tel: 23865802, 23898085 Meru Cool Cab
Destinations: Ahmedbad, Baroda, Rajkot, (Silver Green) : 44224422
Jamnagar, Junagadh, Rajasthan, Udaipur, Mumbai Nasik Shirdi Taxi Stand
Nathdhwara, Sagwada, Baswada, Pratappur Dadar (E).......................24189245/24154076
Shrinath Travels Mumbai Taxi Men's Union Supported
2, Pavapur Bldg., 9th Lane, Khetwadi, Cool Cabs-Prabhadevi.............24905151/5152
Mumbai - 400 004 Meru Taxi Service : 44224422
Tel: 23800152/0154
Destinations: Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Surat, HOSPITALITY
Udaipur, Nathdwara
CAFE
CAR RENTALS
Barista Coffee House
Aero Wheels Prime Art Gallery, Warden Road, Nr. Vama’
A-9, Ekta Apartment, Sahar Airport Road, S, Kemps Corner, Mumbai – 400 036.
Near hotel Leela, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 Tel: 23673396
059, Tel: 28320214 Barista Espresso Bar
Authoriders International Near Sterling Cinema, Fort, Mumbai – 400
4/A Vikas Centre, 104 S.V. Road Santacruz 001. Tel: 22731769
(W), Mumbai - 400 054, Tel: 66944058 Cafe Coffee Day
Avis Rent A Car Just Around The Corn, Opp. St. Theresas,
1st Floor, Oberoi Shopping Centre Nariman Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050.
Point, Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 66326469 Tel: 30909436
Car Hirers Flavors
1403, Arcadia, Nariman Point The Ambassador, Veer Nariman Road,
Mumbai - 400 021, Tel:22834689 Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020.
Tel: 22041131
City Cars
Lotus Cafe
Kamla Bhuvan, Opp. Fire Brigade, Kandivili
JW Marriott Hotel, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu,
(W), Mumbai - 400 067. Tel: 28611616
Mumbai – 400 049. Tel: 66933277
D’Silva Car-Hirer
Mocha
A-6, West Coast Co-op. Housing Society,
82, Nagin Mahal, Veer Nariman Road,
IIIrd Cross Road, I.C. Colony, Borivali (W),
Churchgate, Mumbai. Tel: 66336070
Mumbai - 400 103
Tel: 9821138181/9820073410/28933812 Prithvi Cafe
Janaki Kutir, Juhu Church Road, Juhu,
Kent Cars
Mumbai – 400 049. Tel: 26174118
Mehra Compound, Orkay Mills, Near
Sakinaka Telephone Exchange, Andheri Kurla Wich Latte
Road, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 072 Colaba Causeway, Opp. Cusrow Baug Gate,
Tel: 28527580/81/82 Mumbai – 400 005. Tel: 65254827,
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
65265047 Timing: 12.00 noon to 12.00 Bombay 72º East
midnight Dream Plaza, Off New Link Road,
Near Fun Republic, Andheri (W), Mumbai
FAST FOOD Tel: 26733333
Timing: Daily 06:00 pm to 01:00 am
Dominos
Strand Coffee House, Strand Road, Opp. Bond
Strand Cinema, Colaba, Mumbai – 400 005. 2nd Floor, Nirmal Lifestyle, Mulund (W),
Mumbai, Tel: 25682775
Tel: 22024888
Timing: Daily 09:00 pm to 01:30 am
Shop No.D1, Purnima Apartments, 23,
Bond The Fun Bar
Peddar Road, Mumbai – 400 026. Tel: S-243, Nirmal Lifestyle Mall, Mulund (W),
23524111 Mumbai, Tel: 65153185
Mcdonalds Bottleggers
134/136 Mahindra Chambers, D. N. Road, Pipewalla Building, 4th Pasta Lane,
Opp. Railway Station, Fort, Mumbai – 400 Colaba, Mumbai, Tel: 22020455
001. Tel: 32552296 Timing: Daily 07:00 pm to 01:30 am
28, Sunrise Apartments, Lokhandwala Café Mondegar
Complex, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 053. Colaba Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai
Tel: 32552349 Tel: 22020591
Timing: Daily 08:00 am to midnight
28, Cross Road Mall, Pt. Madanmohan Malvia
Road, Tardeo, Mumbai – 400 034. China House
Grand Hyatt, Off Western Express Highway,
1st Floor, Metro House, Shahid Bhagat Singh Santacruz (E), Mumbai, Tel: 66761086
Road, Colaba, Mumbai – 400 005. Timing: Daily 06:00 pm to 03:00 am
Tel: 32550984 D Ultimate
Pizza Hut Oberoi Chambers 1, Off New Link Road,
Tandon Mall, Andheri Kurla Road, Near Andheri (W), Mumbai, Tel: 26744696
Sangam Cinema, Andheri (E), Mumbai – 400 Timing: Daily 08:00 pm to 01:30 am
059. Tel: 23830367 Dome
The Intercontinental Marine Drive,
Green Vile Parle Apartment, Opp. Barista 135, Marine Drive, Churchgate, Mumbai
Lokhandwala, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 Tel: 66399999
053. Tel: 66991166 Timing: Daily 06:00 pm to 01:30 am
Yoko Sizzlers Dragonfly
10/11, West View, S. V. Road, Near Akbarally, 1st Floor, Express Towers,Nariman Point,
Santacruz (W), Mumbai – 400 054. Tel: Mumbai, Tel: 66208000 / 01 / 02
26492313 Timing: Daily 07:30 pm to 01:30 am
Dusk
MUMBAI’S NIGHT LIFE The Park, No.1 Sector 10,
CBD Belapur, New Mumbai
Atrium Lounge Tel: 27589000
Taj Lands End, Bandstand, Bandra (W), Timing: Daily 05:00 pm to 12:30 am
Mumbai, Tel: 66681234 Enigma
Timing: Daily 08:00 am to midnight JW Marriott, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu,
Mumbai, Tel: 66933000
Aurus
Timing: Tue-Sat 10:00 pm to 02:45 am
Nichani Kutir, Juhu Tara Road,
Between Nike and Reid & Taylor Firangi Paani
Showrooms, Juhu, Mumbai Fun Republic, Level 3, Off New Link Road,
Tel: 28449909 Andheri (W), Mumbai, Tel: 26744144
Timing: Daily 08:30 pm to 01:30 am Timing: Daily 12:30 pm to 03:00 pm and
06:00 pm to 01:00 am
Blue Frog Galaxy of Stars
Mathuradas Mills Compound, Tulsi Pipe Pleasant Park, Opposite Movie Time,
Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai Link Road, Malad (W), Mumbai
Tel: 40332300 Tel: 28886835, 28442959
Timing: Daily 07:00 pm to 01:15 am Timing: Daily Noon to 01:00 am
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Hawaiian Shack Shiro
Plot No.339, 16th Road, Bandra (W), Bombay Dyeing Mills Compound,
Mumbai – 400 050, Tel: 26058753 Pandurang Budhkar Marg, Worli, Mumbai
Tel: 24383008
Henry Tham’s Lounge
Timing: Daily 07:00 pm to 01:30 am
Dhanraj Mahal, Apollo Bunder, Colaba,
Mumbai, Tel: 22848214 The Merlins
Timing: Daily 07:30 pm to 01:30 am The Orchids, Adjacent to Domestic Airport,
Vile Parle (E), Mumbai – 400 057.
J49 Disco Tel: 26164040, 26164000
148-B, Hotel Juhu Residency,
Juhu Tara Road, Mumbai – 400 049 The Mumbai Times Café
Tel: 26184546, 26134949 Crystal Shoppers Paradise, 5th Floor, Corner
of 33rd and 24th Road, Off Linking Road,
J The Lounge Bandra (W), Mumbai, Tel: 66711587
Teen Hath Naka, Thane (W) Timing: Daily Noon to 12.:30 am
Tel: 40122009
Timbuctoo
Magic The Bar 17, 3rd Floor, R Mall, Mulund (W), Mumbai
Gr. Floor, Hornby Vellard Estate, Tel: 22929413
Lotus Cinema Building, Next to Vitesse Motors, Vertigo
Worli, Mumbai – 400 018. Pleasant Park, Opposite Movie Time,
Not Just Jazz by the Bay Link Road, Malad (W), Mumbai
Soona Mahal, 143, Marine Drive, Tel: 28816542
Churchgate, Mumbai, Tel: 22851876 Timing: Daily 06:00 pm to 01:00 am
Timing: Daily 12:30 pm to 03:30 pm and Zenzi
06:00 pm to 01:30 am 183, Waterfield Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai
Olive Tel: 66430670
Timing: Mon-Fri 07:00 pm to 01:00 am, Sat-
14, Union Park, Khar (W), Mumbai
Sun Noon to 01:00 am
Tel: 26058228
Timing: Mon-Sat 08:30 pm to 01:00 am and Zero Degrees
Sun. 12:30 pm to 03:30 pm 2nd Floor, Nirmal Lifestyle, Mulund (W),
Mumbai, Tel: 25682775
On Toes Restaurant & Bar Timing: Daily 09:00 pm to 01:30 am
7, Mithila Shopping Centre, JVPD Scheme
Juhu, Mumbai - 400 049, Tel: 26153173,
RESTAURANTS
26144274
Apoorva
Play Noble Chambers, S. A. Brelvi Road, Fort,
Pheonix Mill Compound 462, Senapati Bapat Mumbai. Tel: 22870335
Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Tel: 66614342
Timing: Daily 10:00 pm to 01:30 am Bellisima
534, BCMA Bldg, SVP Road, Opera House
Poison Mumbai - 400 004, Tel: 23617171
001/B, Krystal, 206, Waterfield Road, Bombay Blues
Bandra (W), Mumbai, Tel: 26423006 6, High St Phoenix, Phoenix Mills Comp
Timing: Tue-Sun 09:30 pm to 01:30 Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013, Tel: 24962999
Raw Britannia
Haveli Resort, Ghodbunder Road, Sprott Road, Opp. New Custom House, Ballard
Thane District, Tel: 65223488, 9320947754 Estate, Mumbai. Tel: 22615264
Timing: Daily 11:00 pm – late
Cafe Basillico
Rock Bottom Sentinel House, Arther Bunder Road, Colaba,
Hotel Ramee Guestline, A. B. Nair Road, Mumbai. Tel: 66345670
Juhu, Mumbai, Tel: 66935555
Chetana Veg Restaurant
Timing: Tue-Sun 09:30 pm to 02:45 am
34, Kalaghoda, K Dubash Marg
Shimmer Fort, Mumbai - 400 023, Tel: 22844968
Shop No.2-8, Blue Haven Apartments, China Gate
Evershine Nagar, Link Road, Malad (W), 155, Taman Niwas, Waterfield Road,
Mumbai, Tel: 28449909 Bandra (W), Mumbai - 400 050
Timing: Daily 07:00 pm to 01:15 am Tel: 26432570, 26542654 (Kalina Branch No.)
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Chopsticks Kobe Sizzlers
90-A, Manik Mahal, Veer Nariman Road 12/13, Sukh Sagar, Hughes Road, Chowpatty,
Churchgate, Mumbai - 400 020 Mumbai - 400 007, Tel: 23632174
Tel: 22049284, 22832308 Lemon Grass
Copper Chimney High Street Phoenix, Lower Parel, Mumbai –
18 K.Dubash Marg, Kalaghoda, Fort, 400 013. Tel: 24954444
Mumbai - 400 023, Tel: 22041661, 22844468 Little Italy
Da Vinci’s 18-B, Below Hotel Atlantic, Juhu Tara Road,
Italian Cuisine Juhu, Mumbai – 400 049. Tel: 26608815
8, Fatima Villa, 29th Road, Off Pali Naka, Maroosh
Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050. Lebanese Cuisine
Gallops Carter Road, Bandra, Mumbai
Inside Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mahalaxmi Phoenix Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Tardeo, Mumbai - 400 034, Tel: 23071448 Mahesh Lunch Home
Gaylords Restaurant Near City Bank, Fort, Mumbai.
Mayfair Building, Veer Nariman Road, Tel: 22870938
Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020. Mahjong
Tel: 22821259 757, SV Road, Khar(W), Mumbai - 400 052
Goa Portuguesa Restaurant Tel: 26461516, 26497788
Mill Coop Housing Society TH Kataria Marg, Mela (theme of Chokhi Dhani, Rajasthan)
Mahim, Mumbai - 400 016, Tel: 24440707 Dr. Annie Besant Road, (Phirki Corner),
Worli, Mumbai - 400 018, Tel: 24945656
Herbal Spice
Saki Vihar Road, Near The Residence Hotel Mia Cucina
& Convention Centre, Powai, Mumbai – 400 Authentic Italian Cuisine
087. Tel: 67776000 Gasper Enclave, 16/17, St. John Street,
Indian Summer Palinaka, Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050.
80, Veer Nariman Road, Churchgate Tel: 67104000
Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 22835445/5650 Moshes
Indigo Café 7, Minoo Manor, Cuffe Parade
Clifton Trishul Co-op. Hsg. Society, Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22161226
Behind Citi Mall, Off Link Road, Oshiwara, Olive Bar & Kitchen
Andheri (W), Mumbai, Tel: 26336262 Amateur Rider’s Club,
Timing: Daily 09:00 am to 01:30 am Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Gate No.8,
All Major credit cards. Khadye Marg, Mumbai – 400 034.
Meal for two with alcohol approx. Rs.3,000/- Tel: 40859595 / 96
Indigo Delicatessen Pali Hill Tourist Hotel,
5 Grd. Floor, Theroze Building 14 Union Park, Khar (W),
Apollo Bunder, Mumbai 400001 Mumbai, Tel: 26058228
Tel. 66551010, 66551011, 66551012 www.olivebarandkitchen.com
Ivy Wine Café & Bistro On The Platter
A-2/3 & 4, Jagdamba Commercial Centre, Plot No. 47, Gulmohar Road, JVPD Scheme,
Movie Time Premises, Link Road, Malad Mumbai - 400 049, Tel: 26707011
(W), Mumbai, Tel: 28834391 Origami
Versova: Aram Nagar 1, J. P Road,
. Atria Mall, Opp. Poonam Chambers, Worli,
Seven Bungalows, Versova, Tel: 26395995 Mumbai - 400 018, Tel: 24813367/3368
Worli: Indage House, 82, Dr. Annie Besant
Road, Opp. RBI, Worli, Tel: 66547939 Panchvati Gaurav
Near Bombay Hospital, Marine Lines,
Joss
Mumbai. Tel: 22084877
30, K. Dubhash Marg, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai –
400 023. Tel: 66356908, 66334233 Piccadilly
Email: farrokh@cateringandallied.com Donald House, Opp. Electric House, Colaba
www.jossrestautant.com Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: 22823217
Khyber Restaurant Poush Essence of Kashmir
145 MG Rd, Near Rythem House, Kala 17, Mayfair, Off Link Road, Oberoi
Ghoda, Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22673227, Complex, Andheri (W), Mumbai - 400 053,
40396612 Tel: 66994553
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Pritam Da Dhaba The Oriental Blossom
Dharamputra Pritam Estate, Dadar TT (E), 29, Hotel Marine Plaza, Marine Drive
Mumbai - 400 014, Tel: 24143311/5555 Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 22851212, 66350800
Dadar (Pritam Estates), Dadar TT, The Thai Pavilion
Mumbai- 400 014, Tel: 24143311/5555 The Taj President, Cuffe Parade
Q’s Kitchen Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 66650808
Orchid City Centre, Near Maratha Mandir, Trishna
Mumbai Central, Mumbai, Tel: 32918565 7 Rope Walk Lane, Fountain, Fort, Mumbai.
Timing: Daily Noon to 03:30 pm, 07:00 pm Tel: 22703214
to midnight. No alcohol. All major credit Uncle’s Kitchen
cards.
Sunder Lane, Opp HSBC Bank, Malad (W),
Meal for two approx. Rs.600/-
Mumbai - 400 064, Tel: 28881752, 28816204
Rain Forest Hotel Pvt. Ltd.
Vegi World
Premises 7223, Near Chandan Police
Garden Court, Behind Monza, High Street
Chowki, Mumbai-400 049, Tel: 26256928/29 Phoenix, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013
Royal China Woodside Inn
Behind Sterling Cinema, Hazarilal Somani Oriental Mansion, Opp. Regal Cinema,
Marg, Mumbai. Tel: 66355310 Colaba, Mumbai, Tel: 22875752
Ruby Tuesday
Yoko Sizzlers
Shop#31, CR 2 Mall, Ground Floor, S.V. Rd., Near Akbarallys, Santacruz (Wt)
Cross Road II, opp Bajaj Bhavan, Nariman Mumbai - 400 054, Tel: 26492313
Point, Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 66510709
Samrat STAR CATEGORY HOTELS
Prem Court, Jamshedji Tata Road, Near
Eros, Churchgate, Mumbai. Tel: 22820022 Ambassador Group of Hotels
V.N. Road, Churchgate Extention
Samudra-Seafood Speciality
Churchgate, Mumbai - 400020
289, Cadell Road, Shivaji Park Tel: 22041131
Dadar (W), Mumbai - 400 028
Bawa International
Tel: 24463628/3339, 24458172
Near Domestic Airport, Nehru Road
Shatranj Napoli Extension, Vile Parle (E)
12, Union Park, Pali Hill, Khar (W) Mumbai - 400 099, Tel: 2611363
Mumbai - 400 052, Tel: 26498458 Eastern International
Spice Tree Balraj Sahani Marg, Juhu Beach, Juhu
Fernandez Villa, Hill Road, Bandra (W) Mumbai - 400 049, Tel: 66934444
Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 26405161 Fariyas Hotel
Starters & More 25, Off Arthur Bunder Road, Colaba
Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22042911
East Wing, Cambatta Bldg., MK Road
Churchgate, Mumbai - 400 020, Grand Hyatt
Tel: 66315871 Off Western Express Highway, Vakola,
Santacruz (E), Mumbai - 400 055, Tel: 66761234
Status
208, Regent Chamber, Nariman Point, Hyatt Regency
A-1, Escort Centre, Sahar Airport Road,
Mumbai. Tel: 22848035
Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 099, Tel: 66961234
Sundance
Hyatt Regency Mumbai
42 Maharishi Karve Marg, (Cumbata Sahar Airport Road, Sahar Road, Andheri (E)
Building), Churchgate, Next to Eros Cinema, Mumbai - 400 099, Tel: 66961234
Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 22821286, 22023583
Intercontinental
Tendulkars Opp. Leela Hotel, Sahar Airport Road
Narang House, Apollo Bunder, 34, Colaba Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 059
Mumbai - 400 039, Tel: 22829934 Tel: 66992222
The Liquid Lounge Boutique Hotel, 135 Marine Drive, Netaji
534, BCMA Bldg, SVP Road, Opera House Subhash Chandra Road, Marine Lines,
Mumbai - 400 004, Tel: 23617171 Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 39879
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
ITC Grand Central Taj Mahal Palace & Towers
287, Dr Baba Sahib Ambedkar Road, Apollo Bunder, Mumbai-400 001
Parel (E), Mumbai - 400 012, Tel: 24101010 Tel: 66653366, Fax: 66650323
ITC Grand Maratha Sheraton Taj President
Sahar Road, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 099, 90, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai - 400 005
Tel: 28303030, Fax: 28303131 Tel: 66650808
JW Marriott The Leela
Juhu Tara Road, Juhu Sahar, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (E)
Mumbai - 400 049, Tel: 66933000 Mumbai - 400 059, Tel: 28363636
The Oberoi
Le Meridian
Nariman Point, Mumbai-400 021
Ascort Centre, Sahar Airport Road,
Tel: 66325757, 66324142
Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 099
Tel: 28380000/3260 Trident
Nariman Point, Mumbai-400 021
Marine Plaza Tel: 66324343
29, Marine Drive, New Marine Lines
Mumbai - 400020, Tel: 22851212 West End Hotel
45, Sunder Raman Bldg, V Thackersey Marg
Orchid Hotel New Marine Lines, Mumbai - 400 020
70-C, Nehru Road, Adjacent to Domestic Tel: 22039121
Airport, Vile Parle (E), Mumbai-400 099
Tel: 26164040, Fax: 26164141 WINING & DINING AT STAR
Ramada Plaza Palm Grove CATEGORY HOTELS
Opp. Juhu, Mumbai - 400 049 Grand Hyatt – 66761234
Tel: 26112323 Celini ........................................... Italian Food
Ramada Powai China House ........................ Chinese Cuisine
Saki Vihar Road, Near The Residence Hotel China Lounge ................. Chinese Lounge Bar
& Convention Centre, Powai, Mumbai – 400 Grand Cafe ........... All Day Dining Restaurant
087. Tel: 67776000 M’ ..................................... Barbequed Cuisine
Email: reservation@ramadapowai.com M’ Bar ........................................... Liquor Bar
Soma ........................................ Indian Cuisine
Rang Sharda The Bar ......................................... Wine Shop
Bandra Reclamation, KC Road Bandra(W)
Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 26401919/26438121 Hilton Towers – 66325757
Caffe Cino ................................. Coffee Shop
Regency Hotel Frangipani ................................... Deli / Bakery
29, Opp. Vakola Police Station, Santacruz(E) India Jones .................................. Multi-cuisine
Mumbai - 400 055, Tel: 66471000 Opium Den ................................. Wine & Bar
Renaissance Hyatt Regency – 66961234
2&3B, Near Chinmayanand Ashram, Powai, Glasshouse ..... Indian & International Cuisine
Mumbai - 400 087 STAX .................................... Seafood Cuisine
Tel: 66928888
InterContinental Marine Drive –
Retreat
39879999
Raheja Classic Hotel, Mad Marve Road, Near
Corleone .................................. Italian Cuisine
Arangle Beach, Malad (W), Mumbai – 400
Czar ............................. Liquor & Lounge Bar
062. Tel: 28813500
Dome ......................... Roof-top & Restaurant
Ritz Hotel Kebab Korner .................. Barbequed Cuisine
Airline Hotel P Ltd, 199, Airline Hotel Bldg, InterContinental The Grand – 66992222
Churchgate , Mumbai - 400 021, 24/7 ......................................................... Cafe
Tel: 22850500 Baluchi ......................................... Multi-cuisine
Sea Princess Beluga ............................ Bar & Cigar Lounge
969, Juhu Tara Road, Mumbai - 400 049 Grand Delicatessen ..................... Pastry Shop
Tel: 26611111 Sutra .............................................. Night Club
Trendz ............ Indian & International Cuisine
Taj Lands Ends WOKS ................................ Pan-Asian Cuisine
Lands End, Bandstand, Opp. Hotel Sea Park,
Bandra (W), Mumbai - 400 050 ITC Grand Central Sheraton – 66545454
Tel: 66681234 Dublin .............................................. Irish Pub
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Fredrick’s Lounge ...................... Coffee Shop Sun-n-Sand – 282388111
Hornby’s Pavilion ........................ Multi-cuisine Aqua ........................................... Coffee Shop
In-Room Dining ......................... Private Dining Aqua Spirit ................................... Lounge Bar
Shanghai Club ...................... Chinese Cuisine Kabab Hut ................... Pool-side Multi-cuisine
The Point of View .............................. Lounge The Sunset Room .......... Continental Cuisine
WG’s Kebabs & Kurries .......... Indian Cuisine
Taj Lands End – 66681234
ITC Grand Maratha – 28303030 Lands End Cafe .......................... Coffee Shop
Bombay High ............................ Lounge & Bar Masala Bay ................................ Indian Cuisine
Catherines ............................... Indian Cuisine Ming Yang ............................... Chines Cuisine
Dakshin ......................... South Indian Cuisine Pure .............. Continental & Organic Cuisine
Dum Pukht ................................. Multi-cuisine Taj Club Lounge Bar .................... Lounge Bar
Peshwari ........................ North-west Cuisine The Atrium Lounge ........................ Snack Bar
The Peshwa Pavilion ................... Multi-cuisine
Taj Mahal Palace – 66653366
J. W. Marriott – 66933000, 66933065 Golden Dragon .................... Chinese Cuisine
Bombay Baking Com. Deli / Bakery Harbour Bar ............................................. Bar
Club Lounge ................................ Lounge Bar Masala Kraft .......................................... Indian
Enigma ....................................................... Pub Sea Lounge ...................................... Sea Food
Lotus Cafe ................................. Coffee Shop Shamiana .................................... Coffee Shop
Mezzo Mezzo ........................................ Italian Souk .............................................. West Asian
Reflections ............................... Indian Cuisine
Starboard .................................................. Bar
Saffron .................................................. Indian
Zodiac Grill ..................................... European
Spices .......................................... Asian Fusion
Taj President Hotel – 66650808
Le Meridien – 28383260, 28380000
Konkan Cafe ........................ Seafood Cuisine
Cigar Divan .................... Cigar & Lounge Bar
Sugar-n-Spice ............................... Pastry Shop
Crystal Lounge ........................... Coffee Shop
Trattoria .................................... Italian Cuisine
Deli .................. Pastry Shop Flames (Seasonal
Wink Bar ................................................... Bar
Restaurant) ........................... Pool-side Dining
Garden Bar ... Multi-cuisine / Pool-side Dining The Leela – 66911234
Imperial China ..................... Chinese Cuisine Bling ................................. Pub, Lounge & Bar
La Brasserie ................................ Multi-cuisine Citrus ................................. Pan-Asian Cuisine
Lounge Bar .................................. Lounge Bar Jamavar .................................... Indian Cuisine
Marine Plaza – 22851212 Six Degrees .............................................. Bar
Geoffrey’s – The Pub .... Multi-cuisine & Pub Stella ........................................ Italian Cuisine
The Boyview ............................... Multi-cuisine The Great Wall .................... Chinese Cuisine
The Oriental Blossom .... Continental Cuisine The Lobby Lounge ..................... Coffee Shop
Oberoi Towers – 66325757 The Resort – 28808888
Kandahar ........ North-west / Pool-side Dining Bayview ................................................... Cafe
The Boyview Bar ..................... Lounge & Bar High Tide ........................ Continental Cuisine
Tiffin ........................................ Indian Cuisine Upper Desk .............................................. Bar
Vetro ........................................ Indian Cuisine Waters Edge ..................... Bayside Restaurant
Ramada Plaza Palm Grove – 26112323 The Sahara Star – 39895000
Tangerine .................................... Multi-cuisine Board Asia ....................................... Pan Asian
The Shooters Bar ..................................... Bar Diwine W .............................................. Wines
Oriental Bowl Restaurant ........... Thai Cuisine Flute ................................ Champagne Lounge
Renaissance – 65930262, 66927777 Mabruk ........................................... Lebanese
A Bar ........................................... Multi-cuisine Namak ................................................... Indian
Bombay Express ............ Pastries & Desserts Ocean ............................................... Sea Food
Emperor’s Court ................. Chinese Cuisine The Bakery Shop ........... Pastries & Desserts
Lake View Cafe ............ International Cuisine The High Lounge ..................... Lounge & Bar
Nawab Saheb ........................... Indian Cuisine
The Orchid – 26164040
Velvet Lounge .......................... Lounge & Bar
Boulevard ................................... Coffee Shop
Rodas – 66936969 Mostly Grills ................... Roof-top Restaurant
Aura .............................................. Restro Bar Vidhyas ........................................ South Indian
Far East ................................ Oriental Cuisine Merlins ...................................................... Bar
Parabola ...................................... Coffee Shop The Gourmet Shop ..... Pasteries & Desserts
Pastry Land .................... Pastries & Desserts Chembers ........................ Barbequed Cuisine
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
LUXURY RESIDENCY/SERVICE Art Quest
APARTMENT Shop # 1, Daulat Baug, Near Colaba Post
Office, Mumbai – 400 005. Tel: 22150220
Best Western - The Emerald Timing: 10.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.
Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai - 400049 Art Walk
Tel: 2661-1150 / 67144000 Shopping Arcade, The Oberoi Hotel,
Corporate Shelters - Serviced Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021. Tel:
Apartments 66324343
Sierra Towers, A-1501, Lokhandwala Township, Ashish Balram Nagpal
Kandivali (E), Mumbai - 400101 B1\A, Juju Apartments,
Phone: +91-93225-25192, +91-93212-88802 Opp. SNDT College, Santacruz (W), Juhu
email: irene@corporateshelters.com Lane, Mumbai - 400 054, Tel: 26601967
Grand Hyatt Avante Cottage Crafts Supermarkets
Off Western Express Highway, Vakola, 12, Indian Mercantile Mansion
Santacruz (E), Mumbai - 400 055 Wodehhouse Road, Opp. Regal Cinema,
Tel: 66761234 Colaba, Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22020873
Marriott Executive Apartments - Central Cottage Industries
Lakeside Chalet Corporation of India
No. 2 & 3B Near Chinmayanand Ashram (Govt. of India Undertaking)
Powai, Mumbai - 400087, Tel: 6692-7788 Apollo Bunder, Mumbai - 400 001
Taj Wellington Mews Tel: 22027537
33, Nathalal Parekh Marg, Colaba, Collectors Paradise
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 66569494 17/19 Apollo Bunder, Lansdowne Road,
The Vits Fort, Mumbai – 400 001. Tel: 22824765
Sahar International Airport, Andheri Kurla Road
Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400059, Tel: 2827-0707
YOUTH HOSTELS
Bombay YMCA
18 YMCA Road, Mumbai Central,
Mumbai - 400 008
Tel: 23070601/0602/0603, 23091262
YMCA International House
18 YMCA Rd, Mumbai Central, Mumbai - 400
008, Tel: 23070601/0602/0603, 23091262
YWCA Mumbai – International Centre
18, Madame Cama Road, Fort
Mumbai - 400 039, Tel: 2202 5053/9161/0598
SHOPPING
ANTIQUES, ART & CURIOS
Art & Antique Decor
80, Todywalla House, Ardeshirdady Street,
Khetwadi, Mumbai – 400 004.
Tel: 23854733
Artland
Esplanade Mansion, Army Navy Building,
Kalaghoda, Mumbai. Mumbai – 400 001.
Tel: 66380776
Art Musings
1, Admirality Building, Colaba Cross Lane,
Mumbai – 400 005.
Tel: 22163339, 22186071
Website: artmusings.net
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Cottage Industries Exposition Ltd Sakshi Gallery
North And South Block, Tanna House, 11-A, Nathalal Parekh Marg,
Electrict House, Colaba Causeway Colaba , Tel: 66103424
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22818802/03 Sanstache Art Gallery
Curiosity Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan Road, Worli,
Palm Breeze Building, 9th Road, Vile Parle, Mumbai. Tel: 24935050, Fax: 24911126
Email: sanstache-artgallery.com,
Juhu, Mumbai – 400 049. Tel: 26207810
info@sanstache.com ,www.sanstache.com
Foto Art Gallery / Timing 11.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. (Monday to
Girish Mistry’s Classic Portraits Saturday)
204-D, Elphinston House, 17, Murzban
Road, C. S. T. Mumbai – 400 001. Satgurus
353, Satguru House, Linking Road, Khar,
Tel: 22076556
Mumbai – 400 052, Tel: 66949999
Fax: 22076207
Mobile: 9820097844 Tao Art Gallery
Gallery 7 165, Dr. Annie Besant Road,
21A Bungalow, 2nd Floor, Cuffe Parade, Worli, Mumbai – 400 018, Tel: 24918585
The Guild Art Gallery
Mumbai – 400 005. Tel: 22183996
02/32, Kamal Mansion, 2nd Floor,
Galleria Art Gallery Arthur Bunder Road, Colaba,
Lokhandwala Complex Mumbai – 400 005.
Andheri (West),Mumbai Tel: 22880195 / 0116
Tel. 26362266, Mob. 9821334866 Fax: 22876210
Jehangir Art Gallery Email: theguildart@yahoo.com,
161, Kala Ghoda, M.G. Road, Fort theguildart@gmail.com
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 2284 3989 The National Gallery of Modern Art
Jehagir Nicholson Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Mantralaya,
NCPA, Sir Dorabji Tata Road, Near Hilton Mumbai - 400 032, Tel: 22852457
Tower, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021.
Tel: 22833737
BOOKS
Moksh Art Gallery Book Zone
Opp. Trishna Rest, Behind Khyber Rest, Off 1, Cassinath Building, Dr DN Road Fort,
Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai. Tel: 30207218 Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 66334622
Crossword
Mumbai Art Gallery
Mohammed Bhai Mansion, NSP Marg Below
No. 6, New Shantivan Building
Flyover, Kemps Corner, Mumbai - 400 036
SAB TV Lane
Tel: 23842001/2005
Lokhandwala New Link Road
Andheri (W), Mumbai - 400 053 Eros Book Centre
Tel: 26392222 17, Eros Building, Jamshedji Tata Road,
Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020.
Phillips Antiques
Tel: 22840730
Indian Mercantile Mansion, Opp. Regal
Cinema, Museum, Fort, Mumbai – 400 001. Horizon The Book Shop
Tel: 22820782 14, Hemu Arcade, Vallabhai Road, Opp.
Station, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai – 400 056.
Piramal Art Gallery
Tel: 26186278
NCPA Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400
021. Tel: 66223737 Nalanda Book & Music Shop
Nariman Point, Apollo Bunder, Colaba,
Pundole Art Gallery
Mumbai - 400005, Tel : 22022514, 22871306
Fountain, Next to American Dry Fruit
stores, Dr. D.N.Road, Mumabi - 40001, Oxford Book Centre
Tel: 22841837, 22048473 Apeejay House, 3 Dinshaw Waccha Road,
Email: info@pundoleartgallery.in Churchgate, Mumbai - 400 020
Tel: 66364488/77
Saffron Art
Industry Manor, 3rd Floor Sterling Book House
Near Century Bazaar, Prabhadevi 181 D.N. Road, Fort, Mumbai - 400 001
Mumnai, Tel: 24364113 Tel: 22612521
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Strand Book Stall Infinity Mall 26327760
.M.
Dhannur, Sir P Road, Fort, Santacruz 66941212
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22661994/1719
DEPARTMENTAL STORES
CHILDREN WEAR Akbarallys
Apple Eyes 45, Near Flora Fountain, Veer Nariman
Plot No.359, Bhandarkar Road, Matunga C. Road, Fort, Mumbai - 400 001,
R., Mumbai – 400 019. Tel: 24156385 Tel: 22047037
Freedom Fashions Asiatic Stores
Shop No.1, Sushmore Bldg., Linking Road, Opp Churchgate Station, Veer Nariman
Khar (W), Mumbai – 400 052. Tel: 66430382 Road, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400 020,
Tel: 22883542
Iden Tite Parison
35, Hilton Apartment, Hill Road, Bandra Big Bazaar
(W), Mumbai – 400 050. Tel: 26429814 462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Phoenix Mills
Comp, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 001
Just Kids
Tel: 66626713, 66626714
Tirupati Building, Bhulabhai Desai Road
Mumbai - 400 026 Bombay Stores
.M.
Western India House, Sir P Road
Lilliput
Fort, Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22885048,
Inorbit Mall, Link Road, Near Hyoer City,
40669999
Malad (W), Mumbai – 400 064.
Tel: 66490414 Ground Level, G-9, Inorbit Mall,
Malad (W), MumbaI – 400 064.
Mykraft
Tel: 28710013 / 14
Luis Mansion, Veer Savarkar Marg,
Prabhadevi, Mumbai - 400 025, Haiko Supermarket
Tel: 24224625 Central Avenue, Hirnandani Gardens, Powai,
Mumbai - 400 076, Tel: 25797888
Ruff Kids
Shop No.1, Ardeshir House, Hill Road Premsons
Bandra (W) Mumbai - 400 050,Tel: 26510791 Breach Candy, B. D. Road, Mumbai – 400
026. Tel: 23636610
Tango
439, Laxmi Building, Linking Road Spencers
Opp. Nagani’s Super Store, Bandra(W) Link Road, Malad (W), Mumbai - 400 064
Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 26499971 Tel: 28783829
CONSUMER GOODS FOREIGN RETAIL BRANDS
Croma Dockers
Next to D. Market, Malad (west), Mumbai No. 3, SBS Marg, Colaba Causeway Colaba
Tel : 67254411, Juhu Branch: 67103333 Mumbai- 400 005, Tel: 66100806
Croma-Zip Dior
(Infiniti Retail) Ground Floor, Elphinston Bellemore, N.C. Jaikar Road, Dadar (W)
Building, 10 Veer Nariman Road, Horniman Mumbai, Tel: 24364477
Circle, Fort Mumbai - 400 023 Gucci Store
Tel: 43412200 Opp. Hilton Hotel, Nariman Point
Sony World Mumbai 400021, Tel : 30277060
106, Bhulabhai Desai Road, AK Marg Lacoste
Mumbai - 400 036, Tel: 23695306/07 Shop No. 14, The Oberoi Hotel Nariman
Vijay Sales Point, Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 22881017
384, Veer Savarkar Marg, Opp. Siddhivinayak Bandra - Tel: 26439567, 32440201
Temple, Prabhadevi, Mumbai - 400 025 Colaba Causeway, (Rehem Mansion)
Tel: 24216010 Shop # 1, Ground Floor, Council Hall
Branches at Opera House 23639210 Mumbai - 400 039, Tel: 22851794, 22883750
Goregaon (E) 26866217 La Galleria Perfumeries
Goregaon (W) 28765234 • Malad: Tel. 66490683
Andheri (W) 26248447 • Bandra: Tel. 67033691
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Lee Store Pratham Ideas
250A, Linking Rd, Khar (W) 6, Guruprasad, 92, Sion Road, Sion
Mumbai - 400050, 13, Cusrow Baug, SBS Marg Mumbai - 400 022, Tel: 24035790, 24094111
Colaba Causeway Mumbai - 400 005
Souvenirs
Tel: 22841467, 66944024
Q-31, Godrej Baug, Nepeansea Road
Levis Mumbai - 400 006, Tel: 66299300, 66640799
A 45, New Kamal Bldg
Opp National College, Linking Road HANDLOOM & HANDICRAFTS
Bandra (W), Mumbai - 400 050
Apsara International
Tel: 66490355 Electric House, Colaba, Causeway Colaba,
Provogue Mumbai – 400 039. Tel: 22841790
Shop No. 9, Cusrow Baug,, Colaba, Cottage Industries Exposition
Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22840048, 30620000 Janki Kutir, Juhu Church Road, Juhu
The Raymond Shop Mumbai - 400 049, Tel: 26183810, 22841790
62 World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade Colaba, Dhoop
Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22181423 101, Khar Sheetal Aptt, Junction of Union
Tommy Hilfiger Park & Dr. Ambedkar Road, Khar (W),
Dhanraj Mahal, Apollo Bunder Mumbai - 400 052, Tel: 26498646/47
Colaba, Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 66550388 Good Earth
United Colors of Benetton Raghuvanshi Mansion, Senapati Bapat Marg,
38, Raheem Mansion, Shop No. 2 Colaba Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013
Causeway, Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 24953021/2499
Tel: 22870977 Natesans Antiqarts Mumbai
Yaseen’s Shop 5, Taj Shopping Arcade, Taj Mahal
85, Bhulabhai Desai Rd, Breach Candy Palace & Tower, Colaba, Mumbai – 400 001.
Tel: 22024165
(Sputnik), Mumbai - 400 036
Tel: 23690272, 23641471 Nostalgia
.
B-03, Paragon Centre, P B. Marg, Lower
GIFTING SOLUTIONS Parel, Mumbai – 400 013, Tel: 66606566
Palate
Art & Antique Decor
Badamiya Manor, 34 Clerk Road, Mumbai –
80, Todywalla House, Ardeshirdady Street,
400 034, Tel: 24983575
Khetwadi, Mumbai – 400 004. Tel: 23854733
Pride
Dia Time Oriental House, Near Ritz Hotel,
Near American Consulate, Bhulabhai Desai Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020.
Road,Breach Candy, Mumbai – 400 036. Tel: Tel: 22872293
23618616
Shyam Ahuja
Enchante A/6, Poonam Apartment, Shivsagar Estate,
Commerce House, Ropewalk Road Dr. A. B. Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400 018.
Kala Ghoda Hutatma Chowk Tel: 65246967
Mumbai - 400 023, Tel: 22676696
Silver Oak
Godbole 27-D, Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link
Samruddhi Heights, D. L. Vaidya Road, Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai. Tel: 26394687
Near Sena Bhavan, Dadar (W), Mumbai
Tel: 24307596 Soma Shop
Nana Chowk: 9833679152 A-2, Amarchand Mansion, 16, M. C. Road,
Vashi: 32654855 Colaba, Mumbai – 400 001. Tel: 22826050
Phillips Primitive Art HOME DÉCOR
Opp. Regal Cinema, Museum,
Mumbai – 400 001, Tel: 22020564, Fabbian Furnishing
22885115, Email: info@phillipsimages.in India House No 2, Kemps Corner
Popley La Classique Mumbai - 400 036, Tel: 23824041
Level 1, 125, Jn of Turner & Waterfield Road Shahenaz Home Shop
Bandra (W), Mumbai - 400 050 5, Pheroz Building, C. S. M. Road, Gateway
Tel: 26423654, 26511349 of India, Mumbai – 400 039. Tel: 22021241
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Shyam Ahuja No. 7, Bradourne Stadium
A/6 Poonam Apts, Shivsagar Estate, Dr AB Veer Nariman Road, Churchgate
Rd, Worli Rd., Mumbai - 400 025, Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 22821621, 22838801
Tel: 24926017 Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri
Silk Works 62/64, Zaveri House, Hughes Road
Thadani House, 329/A, Worli Village, Worli Mumbai - 400 007, Tel: 23687116
Sea Face, Mumbai. Tel: 24229986
LEATHER/SHOES
Surprise Home Linen
2, Kohinoor, 29, Hughes Road, Mumbai – Adamis
400 007. Tel: 32972125 Rasulbhai Adamji 48, Colaba Causeway, Next
to Colaba Police Station, Mumbai – 400 001.
Water Stone
Tel: 22021267 / 6097
13, Tirupati Apartment, Bhulabhai Desai
Road, Opp. Mahalaxmi Mandir, Mumbai – Open all days
400 026. Tel: 23522286 F-13, Inorbit Mall, Vashi, Navi Mumbai.
Yamini Email: info@adamis.in
President House, Wode House Road Bata
Colaba, Mumbai - 400005, Tel: 22184143/ Main Kasturba Road, (Shanti Bhavan)
4145 Shop #1&2, Borivali (W), Mumbai - 400 098
Zeba Tel: 28937801
Mathuradas Mill Compound, Senapati Bapat Bata
Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013 S.B. Road, Colaba Causeway
Tel: 24965861/5862/5863 Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22820379
Cheemo Leather Boutique
JEWELLERY F-61, Oberoi Towers, H. C. Level, Nariman
(Zaveri Bazar is Mumbai’s prime jewellery Point, Mumbai- 400 021. Tel: 22853497
market. Diamond jewellery from Sparkles,
Citywalk Shoes
D’Damas, Nakshatra, and Gitanjali jewels
33, City House, Colaba Causeway
are available at Bombay Stores,
Colaba, Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22856646
Akbarally’s and leading malls in the city)
Esbeda
Curio Cottage
Bags & Accessories S. V. Road, Santacruz,
19, Mahakavi Bhushan Marg Behind Regal
Mumbai., Tel: 67252907 / 8
Cinema, Colaba, Mumbai 400005
Tel : 22022607, 22816559 Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai.
Tel: 66305160
Danabhai Jewellers & Sons
SV Road, Podar School, Santa Cruz (W) Atria Mall: 24813588
Mumbai - 400 054, Tel: 26494685 Linking Road: 26481446
Lokhandwala: 26369598
K. G. Popley
Mega Mall, Oshiwara: 40168872
125, Turner Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai –
Inorbit Mall, Malad: 66406988
400 050. Tel: 66710000
Oberoi Mall: 40213188
Mahesh Notandass™
Hide Park
Notan Plaza, Turner Road, Bandra (W), F-85, Oberoi Shoppiong Centre,
Mumbai – 400 050, Tel: 26559000 / 1 / 2 Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 001
Lokhandwala, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 Tel: 22840296
053. Tel: 26344999
Email: info@notandass.com Hidesign Boutique
Shop No.6, Ground Floor, Cross Road
Notandas & Sons Jewellers No.2, Reclamation, Opp. Bajaj Bhavan,
Waterfield Road, Bandra (W) Mumbai - 400 021
Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 26428616 Tel: 66541615
Tanishq Jane Shilton London
365/C, Linking Road, Khar 3, Juhu Princess, Juhu Tara Road
Mumbai - 400 052, Tel: 26484846, Opp Ramada Inn, Mumbai - 400 049
26495959 Tel: 26191514
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Metro Shoes Pantaloons
Metro House, S.B. Road, Colaba Causeway, 462, Phoenix Mills Compound, Senapati
Mumbai - 400 001 Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400
Tel: 22848198 (Bandra), 26040972 (Powai) 013. Tel: 66664848
Tres Mode Saga Department Stores Ltd.
F-5, Mega Mall, Oshiwara, Andheri (W), 257, S. V. Road, Near Bandra Talao, Bandra
Mumbai – 400 052. Tel: 26372785 (West), Mumbai – 400 050. Tel: 26552347
Unit 10, Shyzone level, Phoenix High Street Shoppers Stop
Mall, Lower Parel, Mumbai – 400 013. Tel: Linking Road, Suburbia Mall, Old Bandra
24913515 Talkies, Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050.
Tel: 26435424
Woodland
3/4 York House, Opp. Electric House, Vama Apparels (I) Pvt Ltd
SBS Raod, Colaba, Mumbai - 400 001 72 Peddar Rd., (Kanchanjunga) Cumbala Hill
Tel: 22822315/2317 Mumbai - 400 026, Tel: 23871450
LIFESTYLE STORES Westside
Tata Trent Ltd. Enterprise Centre, IInd
Bombay Stores Floor, 725, C.S.T. 55 Off Nehru Road,
.
Sir P M. Road, Fort, Mumbai. Tel: 40669999 Beside Orchid Hotel Vile Parle (E),
Inorbit Mall, Malad, Mumbai. Tel: 28710013 Mumbai - 400 099, Tel: 66767575
Wills Lifestyle
Benzer
Shop No. 2, 3, Ruki Mahal, C-op. Hsg. Soc.
Near Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai – 400
Ltd., Colaba, Mumbai - 400 005
026. Tel: 23514375
Tel: 22818261/8325, Khar - Tel: 26465504
Charagh Din
64, Wodehouse Road, Colaba, Mumbai – 400 MEN / WOMEN BRANDS
005. Tel: 22181375 www.cdshirts.com Allen Solly
Cotton World 8-A Cusrow Baug, Colaba
Ramnimi Bldg. 8 Mandlik Road, Colaba, Saheed Bhagat Singh Marg,
Mumbai - 400 001 Mumbai - 400 039, Tel: 22841554
Tel: 66345555, 22850060 Santracruz - Tel: 26154786
Arrow Brands
78A, Vipul Apt., Tagore Road, Santa Cruz (W)
19 Cusrow Baug, Colaba Causeway
Mumbai - 400 054, Tel: 26051602
Colaba, Mumbai - 400 039, Tel: 22882529
Frazer & Haws Juhu Tara Road - Tel: 26613404, 66944024
Landmark Building, Off Turner Rd, Bandra Azeem Khan Couture
(W), Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 66750200 Shop 1, Usha Sadan, Next to Colaba Post Office,
Globus Stores Mumbai – 400 005. Tel: 22151028
Hill Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai - 400 050, Bada Saab
Tel: 26436070/2282, 26057101/7104 28th Rd, Bandra(W), Mumbai - 400 050
Globus Stores Telefax: 26442500
133, Jehangir Building, M.G. Road, Fort Charagh Din
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22640160 64, Wodehouse Road, Colaba, Mumbai – 400
Fabindia 005. Tel: 22181375 www.cdshirts.com
Jeero Building, 137, MG Road Gabbana
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22626539/6540 Gabbana House, 4C, Tirupathi Apartment,
Noble House, Jn of Khar Danda and Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
18th Rd, Khar (W), Mumbai- 400 052 Tel: 23511692
Tel: 26057780/8622, 26465286/89 Haute Chilli
Natraj Co-op. Hsg. Society, 250/a Linking
Mont Blanc
Road, Opp. National College Bandra (W),
The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Apollo
Mumbai – 400 050, Tel: 65753060
Bunder, Mumbai – 400 001. Tel: 22816827
Louis Phillippe
Oberoi Mall
Off Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Available at all mega shopping malls (Khar)
Mumbai – 400 063. Tel: 40990888 Tel: 67033649
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Millionaire Powai, Santacruz(W), Seawoods, Vashi,
30B, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai – 400 Warden Road.
049. Tel: 26604243 Infoline: 40764066
www.gangareyenation.com
Inorbit Mall Malad, Mumbai. Tel: 23825555
www.millionairebombay.com Lawrence & Mayo
Pantaloons 274, Dr. DN Road, Fort, Mumbai - 400 001
Available at all mega shopping malls (Lower Tel: 22076049
Parel). Tel: 30034800 / 48 Lund & Blockley Opticians
The Raymond Shop 154, David Sasson Building, M. G. Road,
62 World Trade Centre, Cuffe Parade, Fort, Mumbai – 400 023. Tel: 22843885
Colaba, Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22181423 Lunettes
Van Heusen 1, Ruki Mahal Building,
Infinity Mall, Lokhandwala, Andheri (W), Colaba Causeway, Mumbai - 400 005
Mumbai, Flagship Stores at Delhi Tel: 22833338
Tel: 26053415 (Bandra) Titan Eye +
Yaseen’s, Link Corner Plot No.482, Off Linking Road,
85 Bhulabhai Desai Road, Breach Candy Khar (W), Mumbai – 400 052. Tel: 26055831
(Sputnik), Mumbai - 400 036.
Tel: 23690272 / 23641471 SAREES, DESIGNER WEAR &
Zodiac BOUTIQUES
AN House, opp Bandra Talkies Adarsh Gill
Linking Rd, Bandra (W), Mumbai - 400 050 4, Sugra Manzil, Best Marg, Colaba
Tel: 65917121 Mumbai - 400 039, Tel: 22841222
Zodiac outlet, The Taj Mahal Hotel Colaba, Bandhej
Tel: 22026211 G-13, Grand Hyatt Plaza,
Off Western Express Highway, Santa Cruz
MUSIC STORES (E), Mumbai - 400 055, Tel: 30601011
Planet M Retail Ltd. Benzer
Mittal Court, 17th Floor, C-Wing, Opp. 49, B. D. Road, Breach Candy, Mumbai –
Vidhan Bhavan, Nariman Point, 400 020. Tel: 23510606
Mumbai – 400 021, Tel: 22885106 / 07
(Ms. Sujitha Menon) Biba
45, 54, White Hall, Next to Shalimar Hotel
Rhythm House Pvt. Ltd. August Kranti Marg, Mumbai - 400 036
40, K. Dubash Marg (Rampart Row), Fort, Tel: 66646962/6961
Mumbai – 400 001.
Tel: + 91 22 2284 2835/2284 2940/2285 Bombay Electric
3963 1, Ready House, Colaba, Mumbai – 400 01.
Fax: + 91 22 2282 6528 Tel: 22876580
www.rhythmhouseindia.com DAKS
Shop Hours: Taj Shopping Arcade, The Taj Mahal Hotel,
Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 8:30 pm Colaba, Mumbai – 400 039. Tel: 22048644
Sunday 11:00 am to 8:30 pm
Designer Studio
9/11, Gr. Floor, Vasundhara Bldg., 5,
OPTICIANS Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
Baliwalla & Homi P Ltd Tel: 23516459
614, JS Seth Marg, Dhobi Talao, Ensemble
Mumbai - 400 002, Tel: 22014906 Lion Gate, Great Western Bldg., Mumbai –
Bausch & Lomb India Ltd 400 023. Tel: 23843227
701-704, F Wing, Plot No. 9 130/132 Great Western Building
Remibiz Court, Andheri (W) Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg, Mumbai - 400
Mumbai - 400 058, Tel: 66935305/06 023, Tel: 22841567/18
Gangar Eyenation HUE
Shops: Bhandup(W), Bhayandar(W) Ram Nimi Niwas, Mandlik Road, Colaba,
Borivali(W), Dadar TT, Ghatkopar(E) Kalyan, Mumbai. Tel; 22876623 / 24
Kandivali (E), Malad (E), Mumbai Central, Email: vsfashions@gmail.com
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Indian States SHOPPING MALLS
Jorawar Bhuvan, 93, Maharshi Karve Road, (Open on all 7 days of the week; all malls
Marine Lines, Mumbai – 400 020. house branded stores for men/women/
Tel: 22001362 kids, home decor, art & craft, footwear,
Kala Niketan designerwear, fast food corners,
95, Kala Niketan Building, Queens Rd. multiplexes and theaters etc.)
New Marine Lines, Mumbai - 400 020 Atria Mall
Tel: 22005001/4952 Next to Nehru Planetarium,
Kalki Dr. Annie Beasant Road, Worli, Mumbai,
227, Dr. A. B. Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400 Tel: 24813333, 24986644
025. Tel: 24912361 Centre One
Opp. Vashi Railway Station, Sector 30,
Kimaya
Mumbai Pune Highway, Vashi.
3 Delstra, Below Kemps & Corner Flyover,
Tel: 27810000
Kepms Corner, Mumbai - 400026 Timing: Daily 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Tel: 23862432
Huma Mall
Libas Opp. Kanjurmarg Railway Station, L. B. S.
Sukh Shanti No.2, Cumballa Hill, Peddar Marg, Kanjurmarg (W), Mumbai
Road, Mumbai – 400 026, Tel: 65217322 Tel: 25785421
Nalli Silk Sarees Timing: Daily 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Shop No. 7, Tirupati Apts., Bhulabhai Desai Hypercity
Road, Mumbai - 400 026, Tel: 23535577/ Near Subkuch Super Market, Mind Space,
5599 Link Road, Malad (W), Mumbai
Tel: 66777999, 67069569
Paaneri Timing: Daily 10:30 am to 09:30 pm
372, Dadarkar Building, N. C. Kelkar Road, Infinity Mall
Dadar (W), Mumbai – 400 028. Link Rd., Lokhandwala, Andheri West,
Tel: 24379934 Mumbai - 400 053, Tel: 26374530/32/33
Pinnacle Fashion InOrbit
106, Dhan Abad, B. D. Road, Junc Warden Near Subkuch Super Market, Mind Space,
Road & Nepeansea Road, Mumbai – 400 Link Road, Malad (W), Mumbai
036, Tel: 23695306 Tel: 66777999, 67069569
Timing: Daily 10:30 am to 09:30 pm
Rinaldi Designs
Infinity Retail
67/69, Sea View Terrace, 118-B, Wodehouse
Next to Marol Telephone Exchange, MIDC,
Road, Colaba, Mumbai – 400 005. Andheri (E), Mumbai,
Tel: 22151394 Tel : 67101900/67100011
Roopam Mega Mall
218-222, Lt Road, Crawford Market, Opp. Vaibhav Palace, Oshiwara New Link
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22061794 Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai
Tel: 40096665
Satya Paul Timing: Daily 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Delstra Building, Below Kemps & Corner
Flyover, Kemps Corner, Mumbai 400026 Nirmal Lifestyles
Tel: 32510612, 23806624 Opp. Nirmal Nagar, L. B. S. Marg,
Mulund (W), Mumbai, Tel: 67973180
30 Juhu Tara Road, Mumbai Timing: Daily 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Tel: 32948002/26609891 Oberoi Mall
Oberoi Shopping Center : 22825786 Oberoi Garden City, Off Western Express
Samsara Highway, International Business Park,
Dhanraj Mahal, Apollo Bunder, Mumbai
Goregaon (E), Mumbai, Tel: 28424050
Timing: Daily 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Tarun Tahiliani Orchid City Centre
MI-Casa, Junc. of St. Terresa Road, 20th 265/E Belasis Road, Mumbai Central,
Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050. Tel: Mumbai, Tel: 66104300
26420643 Timing: Daily 11:00 am to 10:30 pm
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Palm Beach Galleria TOYS
Plot 17, Sector 19-D,
Souvenirs, Toy Store
Palm Beach Road, Vashi.
Opp. Cusrow Baug, Colaba Causeway,
Tel: 65127771
Timing: Daily 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22842296
Raghuleela Mall Tulips
Behind Poisar Bus Depot, Kandivali (W), 106, Dhun Abad, Nepean Sea Road
Mumbai, Tel: 28630306 Mumbai - 400 036, Tel: 23695306/0557
Timing: Daily 10:30 am to 11:00 pm
UPMARKET FASHION
Shoppers’ Stop - Andheri (W)
211-D,S.V. Road, Andheri (W) Benzer
Mumbai - 400 058, Tel: 26240451/0455 Breach Candy, Mumbai
Bandra - Tel: 26435424 Benzer Women
Juhu - Tel: 26256270/75
Linking Road, Santacruz (W), Mumbai
Chembur - Tel: 25275802
Kandivili - Tel: 28012890 Benzer Men
Mulund - Tel: 25935001 Center One, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
Malad - Tel: 66434700 Maxus Mall, Bhayander (W), Mumbai
Shoprite Hyper Fuel – The Fashion Store
Opp. Nirmal Nagar, L. B. S. Marg, Mulund 539, Chowpatty View Building, SVP Road,
(W), Mumbai, Tel: 67973180 Sandhurst Bridge, Opp. Sukh Sagar,
Timing: Daily 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Chowpatty, Mumbai – 400 007.
Sky Zone Tel: 23697171 / 5252
High Street Phoenix, 462 Senapati Bapat
WATCHES
Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Tel: 24964307 Dia Time
Timing: Daily 11:00 am to 10:00 pm Globus, Hill Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai –
Thakur Mall 400 050. Tel: 9967150776
Western Express Highway, Dahisar Check Espirit
Naka, Dahisar, Mumbai Plot 290, Near Tanisq Jewellers,
Tel: 65224000 Khar Linking Road Mumbai - 400 055
Timing: Daily 11:00 am to 10:00 pm Tel: 32952498/99
SPORTS WEAR Marcks & Co
97/103, Shetty House, MG Road,
Adidas Hutatma Chowk, Mumbai - 400 023,
1&2, York House, Opp. Electric House, Tel: 22670999/6412
Colaba Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai - 400 039
Tel: 22822737 Montblanc Boutique
Taj Mahal Hotel,
Olympic Nike Show Room
Apollo Bunder Colaba, Mumbai - 400 001
C.R. Ground, Dr. B. Ambedkar Road
Tel: 22852151
(Ruby Terrace) Parel, Mumbai - 400 012
Tel: 24174400, 66055514 Omega Boutique
Unit No. 22, CR 2 Mall, Inox, Nariman
STATE EMPORIA & KHADI Point, Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 66550351/
GRAMODYOG BHAWAN 5052
Himachal Pradesh State Handicrafts Tag Heuer
41, The Arcade, World Trade Centre F2, Lobby Level, Grand Hyatt Plaza
Cuffe Parade, Mumbai - 400 005 Santa Cruz (E), Mumbai - 400 055
Tel: 22181725 Tel: 30602000/2001
Mumbai Khadi Gramodyog The World of Titan
Jeevan Udhyog, Mumbai G.P .O., Fort Haji Ali (Heera Panna Shoping Centre),
Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22073280 Shop # 15, Mumbai - 400 026
The UP Export Corporation Tel: 23513811/2955
38, WTC, Cuffe Parade, Colaba Near Regal Cinema, Colaba Causeway,
Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22188187 Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22882872, 22020619
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Time Avenue Regal
189, Turner Road, Next to Podley Gold Opp. Phillips Museum, Colaba, Mumbai – 400
Plaza, Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050. 039. Tel: 22021017
Tel: 26515757
CULTURAL CENTRES/
ENTERTAINMENT & PERFORMANCE THEATRES/
RECREATION AUDITORIUMS
Homi Bhabha Auditorium
AMUSEMENT & WATER PARKS Navy Nagar, Colaba, Mumbai - 400 005
Tel: 22782404
Esselworld/Water Kingdom
Gorai Island, Borivali (W) Matoshri Arts & Sports Club
Mumbai - 400 091, Tel: 28452310/2303/2530 Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link, Andheri (E)
Mumbai - 400 093, Tel: 28251705
Hakone Entertainment Centre
National Centre for the Performing
138, Galleria, Hiranandani Gardens
Arts
Powai, Mumbai - 400 076
NCPA Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai -
Tel: 25797000, 4005202, 25797373
400 021, Tel: 22833737, 22833838,
Joggers Park 22834500
Carter Road, Bandra (W), Mumbai - 400 050 Prithvi Theatre
Tel: 26559646 20 Janki Kutir, Juhu Church Road
Suraj Water Park Mumbai - 400 049,
Muchala Magic Land Pvt. Ltd. Tel: 26149546, Fax: 26175775
Thane-Ghodbunder Road, Kavesar Thane. Email: prithivitheatre@prithivitheatre.org
Tel: 25974747’ Rang Sharda Auditorium
K.C. Marg, Bandra Reclamation,
Tikujiniwadi
Opp Lilavati Hospital, Bandra West
Dev Chhaya, Haji Ali Corner
Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 26401919
Tardeo Mumbai - 400 007
Tel: 23532700, 25892061, 25346061 Ravindra Natya Mandir
Near Siddhivinayak Temple, Prabhadevi
CINEMA & THEATRE Dadar (W), Mumbai - 400 025
Tel: 24312956
Cinemax
New Link Road, Opp. Laxmi Industrial Sanmukhananda Hall
Estate, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 053. Tel: 292, Kamarad Herpens Lall Marg, King Circle,
26732089 Sion (E), Mumbai - 400 022
Tel: 24078888, 24092244
Eros Theatre
42, M. K. Road, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 Sophia College Cultural Centre
020. Tel: 22822335 Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai - 400 026
Fame Adlabs Tel: 23512642, 23523304, Fax: 23513183
New Link Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 Y.B. Chavan Centre
053. Tel: 66991212 J. Bhonsle Marg, Nariman Point,
Fun Republic Mumbai - 400 021, Tel: 22043619/7, 22028598
New Link Road, Laxmi Industrial Estate,
Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400 053. PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Tel: 26734343
Inox Asiatic Central Library
2nd Floor, Opp. Bajaj Bhavan, Cross Road 2, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Marg,
Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021. Fort (Town Hall), Marine Lines,
Tel: 66595959 Mumbai - 400 020, Tel: 22660956/5139
Metro Adlabs David Sasoon Library
M. G. Road, Marine Lines, Mumbai – 400 152, MG Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort
020. Tel: 24036474 Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22843703
PVR Cinema J.N. Petit Institute Library
Juhu, Shopper Stop, Vile Parla (W), Mumbai 312, Dadabhai Naoroji Road, Opp City Bank,
– 400 056. Tel: 25657777 Fort, Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22048463
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
SALSA CMO Hospital
Worli ................................... 24933143 / 2390
Salsa India Productions Pvt. Ltd.
Flat No.13, Berchman House, Cooper hospital
St. Peter’s Colony, 31, Manual Gonsalves Vile Parle(W) ............................. 26207254/56
Marg, Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050. GT Hospital
Hotline: 9820362629
Dhobi Talao ............................... 22621466/67
Websites: www.salsa-india.com,
www.salsaindiafestival.com Holy Spirit Hospital
Andheri (E) ................. 28378822, 28392069
HELPLINE & SERVICES
KB Bhabha Hospital
AMBULANCE Bandra (W) .......................... 26422775 / 541
Arya Samaj Ambulance Services Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Hospital
Santacruz(W5) ....................... 26602800/2075 Parel ....................................... 24132575 / 82
Bombay City Ambulance Services Nanavati Hospital
New Marine Lines ......................... 22014295 Vile Parle (W) ............. 26182255, 26172287
Parsi Ambulance Services
Nanavati Hospital Blood Bank
Dhobi Talao .................................... 22621666
Vile Parle(W) ................. 26119924/26182255
Rama Gulab Charitable Trust
Vile Parle (E) ............... 26182121, 56959403 Red Cross Blood Bank
Fort. ...................................... 22663560/3195
COURIER SERVICES
POLICE
Blue Dart Express
Gr. Floor, New Harileela House, Mint Road, Alert Citizen ............... 22633333, 22621998
Fort, Mumbai – 400 001. Tel: 22695064 Addl. Commissioner of Police ...... 23080023
Crime Branch CID ..... 24900266, 24940303
DHL Expres India
Bomb Detection Cell ..................... 22080501
Toll Fre Helpline No: 30300345
Traffice Police Control Room ........ 24937755
First Flight Courier Railway Police ................................. 24180694
Customer Service No: 28306666 Police Control Room ............................... 100
India Post
Maharashtra Circle GPO, Crawford Market,
RAILWAYS
Mumbai – 400 001. Tel: 22696714 Western Railway PRO 22091971, 22031439
Overnite Express Western Railway PNR Enquiry Mumbai
607, Dalamal Towers, Nariman Point, Central ........................................... 23085555
Mumbai – 400 021. Tel: 22043785 W.R. Reservation System ........................ 137
W.R. Manual ............................................ 131
TNT W.R. Train Enquiry For Arr & Dep ......... 132
Toll Free Helpline No: 18004259999
Central Railway Inquiry ........................... 134
Central Railway Reservation .......... 22620079
FIRE STATIONS
Central Railway Arrival Enquiry ............... 136
Fire Control Room .................................... 101 Manual PNR Enquiry ............................... 135
Control Room ...... 23085991/5992/5993/5994
IRCTC
HOSPITALS & BLOOD BANKS New Administrative Building, IInd
Floor, Opp. Times of India Building,
Breach Candy Hospital & Research
Centre .......................... 23672888, 23667788 Mumbai - 400 001, Tel: 22625184/85
Lilavati Hospital ...................... 26438281/8282
ROADWAYS
Hinduja ............................................ 24452222
Bombay Hospital ............................. 22067676 Bus Depot (Best)
KEM Hospital ......................... 24136051/1255 Andheri (E) .................................... 28221790
Wadia Children’s Hospital ............... 24110716 Andheri (W) ................................... 26249605
Jaslok .............................................. 66573333 Bandra (W)..................................26421981
Tata Memorial Centre .................... 24177000 Backbey Red .................................. 22185541
Childrens Orthopaedic Hospital Santacruz (W) ................................ 26182941
Tulsiwadi ............................... 24920030 / 3881 Wadala (W) ..................................... 24128596
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
TELECOMMUNICATION Jawed Habib
SERVICES Atria Mall, Shop No.161, 1st Floor, Dr. A. B.
Airtel .................................. 121, 9892098920 Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400 018. Tel: 24813400
BPL Mobile Communication ...... 9821099800 Lakme Beauty Salon
Dolphin Cellular Phone Service 9869012345 Ram Maruti Road, Nawpada
Idea Cellular Phone ................... 9822012345 Mumbai - 400 601
MTNL Directory Enquiry ........................ 197 Tel: 67922788, 25345162
MTNL Local Assistance ......................... 1500
Musskan Smile Clinic
Reliance ................................. *333, 30333333
Bawa Clinic, 1st Floor,
Reliance Web World ....................... 31313131
16, Dar-ul-Mulk, Opp. Gita Bldg.,
Tata Indicom Postpaid ................. 9220008282
.
26, P Ramabai Road, Gamdevi,
Tata Indicom Prepaid ................. 9220012345
Mumbai – 400 007.
Vodafone (Hutch) ........................ 9820098200
Tel: 23808062
India Tourism Office
Nalini & Yasmin
Tourist Enquiry (24x7 round the clock at
Sagar Fortune, Water Field Road,
International Airport) ..................... 26829248
Bandra (W) Mumbai - 400 050,
COSMETIC, HEALTH, Tel: 66680089, 66982614
FITNESS & SKIN CLIICS Shahenaz
Shop No 7, 351, Opp Ramwada Shree
ALTERNATE THERAPY Rang Building, Matunga (Cr)
Mumbai - 400 019
Dr Batras Positive Health Clinic Tel: 24163736
H Khantila Comp, 2nd Floor, Sakinaka
Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 072 COSMETIC SURGERY
Tel: 66789899 Cosmetic Surgery Centre of India
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort Vishal Mandir, Linking Road, Khar (W),
367, Rajita Villa, 6 Road, Mumbai - 400 052, Tel: 26491022
Chembur, Mumbai - 400 071 Cosmetic Surgery Institute
Tel: 25294477/4499 169 Lilly Villa, St Andrews Road Bandra (W)
The Kerala Ayurvedic Health Spa Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 26456054
Louis Mansion, Prabhadevi,
CutisKlinic
Mumbai - 400 025, Tel: 24361173
Sadguru Sadan, 15, Babulnath Road, Opp.
BEAUTY SALONS Babulnath Temple, Mumbai – 400 007. Tel:
23672627 / 37 Mobile: 9833889680 Email:
Cutis Klinic Skin, Laser & Cosmetic goel.apratim@gmail.com
Clinic
Sadguru Sadan, 15, Babulnath Road, HEALTH AND FITNESS CENTRES
Opp. Babulnath Temple, Mumbai.
Tel: 23672627 / 37, 10 The Health Spa
Mobile: 9833889680, 9930945588 19 A, Pali Hill, Off Hongkong Shanghai Bank,
Email: mycutis@hotmail.com Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050.
Website: www.cutisklinic.com Tel: 26442626
Prior appointment required Abydoss – Lifestyle & De-stress
Dermalogica Varun Apartments, Ground Floor,
16, Alaknanda, Nepean Sea Road, Mumbai – 12th Gulmohar Cross Road, Juhu,
400 036. Tel: 23682540 Mumbai. Tel: 26288313 / 6678-9827
Email: aneetaabydoss@yahoo.com
Fingers & Hairs Beauty Salon Website: www.abydoss.com
150 Dheeraj Heritage
SV Road Junction, Santa Cruz (W) Anjali Mukherjee’s Health Total
Mumbai - 400 054 29 Hampton Court, SBS Road, Colaba,
Tel: 26601845 Mumbai - 400 005, Tel: 22160353/0259
Hakims Aalim Hair Lounge Antara Spa
27, Gr. Floor, Krishna House, Opp. Shatrang, The Club, 197, D. N. Nagar,
Pali Hill, Bandra (W), Mumbai – 400 050. Tel: Andheri (W), Mumbai
26460043 Tel: 65141224
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Aroma Thai Foot Spa Kaya
Tirupati Apartments, Shop No.9, Next to Tashnu Khariwala Durga, I Floor
Godrej Nature’s Basket, Waterfield Road, Near Turner Road
Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai Intersection, Bandra (West)
Tel: 23536600, 23536601 Mumbai - 400 050, Tel: 26424586/4683
Chetak Co-op. Housing Society Leena Mogre’s Specialised Fitness Gym
Shop No.3, Next to Juice Salon, Khar Centre: 3rd Floor, Link Corner,
Pali Hill, Bandra (W), Mumbai 33rd Road, Khar, Mumbai – 400 052.
Tel: 26056871, 26056872 Tel: 26481795 / 96
Aquamarine Day Spa Moksha The Welness Place
202, Patel House, Bomanji Petit Road, 75, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Breach Candy,
Kemp’s Corner, Mumbai Mumbai – 400 026, Tel: 23676990
Tel: 23811118 / 19 Mudd Salon and Spa
Email: thalgo@mtnl.net.in Sea Bird, Bandstand, Bandra (W), Mumbai
Clarins Skin Spa Tel: 26428756, 26453309
Parcos, White Hall, August Kranti Marg,
Myrah Spa
Next to Shalimar Hotel, Breach Candy,
11, Palm Springs Society, Opp. Chandan
Mumbai, Tel: 23643685, 23610824
Cinema Parking Lot, JVPD Scheme, Mumbai
Club Satva – 400 049,
Hotel Tunga Regency Tel: 26253968 / 42 / 43, 26704686 / 782
Plot No.37, Sector 30-A, Vashi Powerhouse Gym
Tel: 66801818 Mr. Akshat Gupta: 919833177442
Exhale Health and Beauty Em: akshat.gupta@powerhousegymindia.com
M. G. Road, Opp. Shabri Hotel, Juhu: 32442348
Goregaon (W), Mumbai Vile Parle (E): 32559124
Tel: 28722220, 28722221 Santacruz (W): 26057910
Timing: Daily 10:30 am to 08:30 pm Lower Parel: 32559133
Evolve Med Spa Website: www.powerhousegym.com
Level 1, B-Wing, Siddhivinayak Horizon, Veer Qi India Pvt. Ltd.
Nariman Road, Near Century Bazaar, Churchgate, Near Eros Cinema,
Prabhadevi, Mumbai – 400 025. Mumbai 400018, Tel. 66390011, 66390182,
Tel: 24313197 / 8 66390184, Mob. 9819900123
Fax: 24313199
Email: info@evolvemedspa.org Renaissance Club Spa
Website: www.eveolvemedspa.org Renaissance Mumbai Hotel & Convention,
CT, 2 & 3 B, Near Chinmayananda Ashram,
Golds Gym Powai, Mumbai, Tel: 66927777
Napean Sea Road, Malabar Hill, Mumbai
Tel. 23694654, 9324223026 Rudra Spa
Kemp’s Boulevard, Kwality House,
Jean Claude Biguine Salon & Spa Kemps Corner, Mumbai – 400 036.
68, Chapel Road, Next to Lilavati Barista, Tel: 23872530 / 31, Fax: 23879688
Bandra (W), Mumbai
Tel: 65222211 Sadgurus Mission Fitness
Nowroji Hill Road No. 7, Near Sitaram
Kairali Ayurvedic Health Spa
Shenai Garden, Dongri, Mumbai
367, Rajita Villa, 6th Road,
Tel. 23717649, 9820289021
Chembur, Mumbai – 400 071.
Tel: 022-25294477 / 4499 Shivaji Park Centre (A Joint Venture with
Fax: 022-9322129905 Dr. Rishi Sherekar): Gopi Tank Road, Behind
Kairali Ayurvedic Centre Raja Rani Travels, Shivaji Park, Mahim,
120, Andheria Modh, Mehrauli, Mumbai – 400 016. Tel: 24449926 / 8
New Delhi – 110 030. Email: leenamogresfitness@yahoo.co.in
Tel: 011-26804879, 41749800 Sva Spa
Email: kairaliresort@vsnl.com, Gauri Kunj, Kishore Kumar Ganguly Marg,
kairaliresort@airtelbroadband.in Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai – 400 049.
Website: www.kairali.com Tel: 26607341 Website: svaspasalon.com
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COMMERCIAL INFORMATION
Tahaa EXHIBITION GROUNDS &
Manisha 69A, Nepean Sea Road, Mumbai BUSINESS CONVENTION
Tel: 23681001
CENTRE
Thane Centre: Prabhodankar Thackeray
Sports Complex, Near Teen Hath Naka, Bombay Exhibition Centre
L. B. S. Marg, Thane – 400 604. A division of Nesco Limited, Western
Tel: 9322335213, 9322335214 Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai
Tel: 66450123, Fax: 66450101
Talwalkars
MMRDA
34 Soni House, Gulmohar Road 1 JVPD
Scheme, Juhu, Mumbai - 400 049 Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E)
Tel: 26204643, 26252089 Mumbai - 400 051, Tel: 26590001/0008
Vandana Luthra’s Curls & Curves Nehru Science Centre
352 Bawa International Hotel, Linking Road National Council of Science Museums
Khar (W), Mumbai - 400 052, Tel: 26056155 Dr. E. Moses Rd., Worli, Mumbai - 400 018
Tel: 24920482/6042, 24932667/4520
Renaissance Mumbai Hotel &
Convention Centre
2 & 3B, Near Chinmayanand Ashram, Powai,
Mumbai - 400 087, Tel: 66927777,
Fax: 66928899’
World Trade Centre
Centre 1 Building, 31st Floor, WTC Complex,
Cuffe Parade, Mumbai - 400 005,
Tel: 66387272
ABOUT BOMBAY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY
The Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry, established in the year
1836 (represented the Western Province), has established a strong legacy and
impeccable lineage of rendering uninterrupted service to its members.
While the name ‘Bombay Chamber’ conjures images of an organisation
representing exclusively a city-based membership, in reality it represents a
wide spectrum of highly reputed and professionally run companies which may
be based in Mumbai, but whose manufacturing facilities and commercial
influence spreads not only over India but internationally. Membership
predominantly represents large & medium sized professionally managed Indian
& multinational companies from manufacturing, services sectors and financial
institutions. The Bombay Chamber’s membership of professionally run
organisations contribute around a third of India’s trillion $ (dollar) economy.
The Chamber has been very closely connected with the multifarious
developmental activities of the city and the country.
The Bombay Chamber has been in the forefront of the initiatives that create
awareness and facilitate tourism, generate consequent spin-off trade and
commerce. This year the Bombay Chamber aims at transforming the
city of Mumbai from being merely a transit point to a tourist
destination hub, by adding lesser-known destinations to the list of
already known destinations.
This Brochure has been published with this objective. We hope our readers
will find it interesting.
Kavita Sharma
Joint Director
98 Explore Mumbai