Now that travelling is resuming, what better way to celebrate that than by going on a holiday to Mumbai and other parts of India?
We list down places you can visit and things you can do once you're there. Find out what you need to prepare before booking your flight!
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Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (before Sahara Airport) is the main place that receives international flights. It is around 30 km away from Nariman Point (the heart of the city) in south Mumbai.
Mumbai is the second busiest aviation hub in the country.
International flights from Kuala Lumpur and other major cities of the world such as New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai, and many such directly connect Mumbai with the world.
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Singapore Airlines, Air India British Airways, Bangkok Airways, United, Malaysia Airlines, Emirates, Lufthansa and Qantas airlines regularly fly into Mumbai.
Airlines that provide flights from Singapore to Mumbai are Emirates and Asiana Airlines. However, both airlines do not offer direct flights, with Emirates making a transit at Dubai International Airport while Asiana Airlines at Incheon International Airport and Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
Both airlines provide up to 30 kg baggage allowance, in-flight meals and entertainment with an onboard Wi-Fi option available upon request.
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Gateway of India is an important landmark in Mumbai.
The monument was built in Indo-Saracenic architectural style. Apart from being a good subject for photography, it is an important element of architecture. It is a combination of Muslim and Hindu architecture elements.
The gateway is a popular spot for both tourists and locals alike and is constantly surrounded by people sightseeing and taking photographs.
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The Elephanta Caves is also called Gharapurichi Leni, located on Elephanta Island in Mumbai.
There are seven caves where one can investigate the real excellence of ancient Indian architecture. Also, there are three passages to the temple complex.
The entire location is built from solid natural rock with intricately carved sculptures of idols. Thus, it is a notable site visited by many tourists during their trip to Mumbai to explore the historical and spiritual marvels here.
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The Prince of Wales Museum or Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya is a 20th-century museum in Mumbai.
The museum is located just 20 minutes away from Chhatrapati Shivaji terminus, which is commonly known as the central railway station.
It is also close to Churchgate railway station, making it easy to get to via public transport.
Home to about 50,000 artefacts, this beautiful museum has received the 2010 UNESCO Asia – Pacific Heritage Award and is a must-visit if you are keen to know about the country’s heritage.
*Additional charges of INR50-100 for cameras and INR5000 for the professional camera with a tripod will be imposed on all visitors planning to use them at the museum
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Juhu Beach in Mumbai is among the most famous beaches of India. It faces the Arabian Sea and has the longest coast in Mumbai.
The place is known for its street food stalls, the soothing views of the sunset, and encounters with celebrities.
The beach is also famous for many Mahatma Gandhi walks as a protest during the independence struggle.
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