Place to See in Mumbai
Haji
Ali Mosque: This early 18th century shrine contains the tomb of Hazrath
Hazi Ali, a Muslim Sufi saint. There are two local legends which claim to
trace the hazraths antecedents.
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Town Hall: With its columns and tall Grecian porticos, this structure
has been the foundation of the Library Society of Mumbai which moved into
the Town Hall in 1830, soon after which a union was effected with the Royal
Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland.
Gateway of India: What could be more appropriate a beginning than the
'entrance' to the port of Mumbai? The ceremonial arch was built in 1927 to
Commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary for the Delhi Durbar
in 1911.
University Buildings: Founded by Sir Cowasjee Jehangir Ready money,
after whom is named the earlier of the two structures, was designed by Sir
Gilbert Scott.
Bombay High Court: This blue-basalt building in early English Gothic
style was designed by Col. J. A. Fuller. It has central tower standing almost
180 ft.
Chowpatty Beach (Girgaum): Situated at the northern end of Marine Drive,
it is a stretch of sandy beach and attracts hordes of people during the weekends
and on holidays.
Juhu Beach: Juhu Situated 30 km from the city, it is a crowded beach
with residential apartments and bungalows surrounding it. It seems as if the
entire population of the area descends on the beach for a breath of fresh
air!.