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  • Question: What makes Mumbai one of the largest and most visited cities in India?
  • Answer: Known as one of the largest, wealthiest, and most visited cities in India, Mumbai is home to nearly 20 million people. Due to its unique seaside location, Mumbai has expanded to fill seven surrounding islands, and it has grown into one of the most important trading hubs in the world.
  • Question: What makes Mumbai a prime destination for travelers?
  • Answer: Mumbai is a prime destination for understanding modern Indian culture. Filled with entertainment, festivals, authentic cuisine, and historically significant places, Mumbai is sure to have something to offer travelers of all ages.


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1. Bandra-Worli Sea Link ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Bandra-Worli Sea Link | Things to Do in Mumbai
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2. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj | Things to Do in Mumbai
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3. Chowpatty Beach

Category: Beaches
Chowpatty Beach | Things to Do in Mumbai
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4. Grand Mumbai Tours

Tours
Grand Mumbai Tours | Things to Do in Mumbai
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5. Bollywood Tours

Tours
Bollywood Tours | Things to Do in Mumbai
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6. Churchgate

Churchgate  | Things to Do in Mumbai
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7. Crawford Market

Category: Shopping
Crawford Market | Things to Do in Mumbai
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8. Dhobi Ghat

Dhobi Ghat | Things to Do in Mumbai
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9. Gateway of India

Gateway of India | Things to Do in Mumbai
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10. Mumbai Magic - Private Tours

Tours
Mumbai Magic - Private Tours | Things to Do in Mumbai
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11. Haji Ali Darg

Haji Ali Darg | Things to Do in Mumbai
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12. Hanging Gardens

Category: Activities
Hanging Gardens | Things to Do in Mumbai
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13. Hare Krishna Mandir - Iskcon temple

Hare Krishna Mandir - Iskcon temple | Things to Do in Mumbai
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14. Kamala Nehru Park

Category: Activities
Kamala Nehru Park | Things to Do in Mumbai
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15. Kanheri Caves

Kanheri Caves | Things to Do in Mumbai
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16. Mahalakshmi Racecourse

Mahalakshmi Racecourse | Things to Do in Mumbai
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17. Mani Bhavan

Mani Bhavan | Things to Do in Mumbai
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18. Marine Drive

Marine Drive | Things to Do in Mumbai
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19. Sanjay Gandhi National Park

Category: Activities
Sanjay Gandhi National Park | Things to Do in Mumbai
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20. Shree Siddhivinayak

Shree Siddhivinayak | Things to Do in Mumbai
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21. Taj Mahal Hotel

Category: Accommodations
Taj Mahal Hotel | Things to Do in Mumbai
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22. Victoria Terminus

Victoria Terminus | Things to Do in Mumbai
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23. Elephanta Island and Caves

Romantic Islands
Elephanta Island and Caves | Things to Do in Mumbai
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