GET TO KNOW MUMBAI
Mumbai at a glance
Full of character and interesting things to do, these are among the most charming neighbourhoods in Mumbai. The southern-most district of Colaba is al...
1FEATUREDNavigating Mumbai's after-dark scene
Despite being a country that hasn't traditionally embraced drinking (some states, including Gujarat, are completely "dry"), Mumbai's party scene is bu...
2FEATUREDThe ins and outs of Indian dining
Mumbai cuisine is amongst the nation's most varied. Specialties include Parsi, Guajarati, Maharashtrian and Konkani foods. The thalis are exceptional ...
3FEATUREDLower Parel and Worli
Back in the 18th and 19th centuries, Lower Parel was an upmarket British residential area. But when cholera hit Mumbai in the 19th century, the Brits ...
4FEATUREDMalabar Hill
Looming over Chowpatty Beach at the north end of Marine Drive, Malabar Hill is the most prestigious address in Mumbai. Ruled by Silhara kings during t...
6FEATUREDGetting around in Mumbai
The sprawling metropolis of Mumbai has a comprehensive transport network comprising of suburban railway, metro, buses, autos and private taxis. The mo...
7FEATUREDChhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Located about 30 kilometres north of the city, Mumbai's hectic international airport is divided into two areas, one for Air India flights and the othe...
8FEATUREDAuto rickshaw and tuk-tuk
Teetering on three wheels, India's fleet of auto rickshaws or tuk-tuks look innocent enough, but those baby taxis sure can fly. With capacity to seat ...
9FEATUREDTaxi
Black and yellow metered taxis are available everywhere; simply flag them down. The metres are mounted on the vehicle hoods and drivers are required t...
11FEATUREDTrain, metro and monorail
Hot and always crowded, Mumbai's three suburban railway lines won't be of great use to travellers, with the exception of the Western line running from...
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