Every city boasts of various sites, which has contributed a lot to their tourism. This site could be historical or any place that displays the true beauty of the country. Popular places are those that have the most number of people who visit on any day even without a special occasion. These places are part of the country’s culture and are a part of the life of every citizen in the city or country. These are places wherein people from all walks off life can enjoy and families can catch up with each other. They say that in different city or country, there are places whech they say that no tourist can ever be in their place without having been to this popular place. It may be a park, musem, a garden, or any historical structure that really depicts the culture and life of the people.

Gateway of India

The Gateway of India was constructed on 1920 in memory of King George V and Queen Mary who visited the city. This is the most famous monument, which symbolizes the British Raj period. Upon visiting India by boat, the Gateway of India will be the first structure that you will ever see and this has been part of every tourist itenirary when they visit India. Family can always enjoy each other in this popular place and you can bring your visitors and be mesmerized by its scenic beauty.

Location:

South Mumbai

Opposite the Taj Palace and Tower Hotel

Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat

This place became popular because it shows tradition and culture at its very essence. The Malaxmi Dhobi Ghat features an open laundry wherein dirty clothes from the whole of Mumbai are taken to this place and here they are being handwashed by the washermen called dhobis through rows of troughs made of concrete material. This kind of profession has been a tradition that has been handed down from one generation to another. Dhobis’ strength and diligence make them stand on their knees for a couple of hours everyday. Truly, this is a tradition that you must never miss when visiting the city.

Location:

Next to Mahalaxmi railway station (the 6th station on the Western Line from Churchgate), central Mumbai

Haji Ali

Haj Ali was built in 1431 by a very influential businessman and saint Haji Ali. It is a mosque for preaching and a tomb as well. The struture is located in the middle of the ocean abd is accessible only when the tidenis low. Pilgrims visit the place especially during Tursdays and Fridays because it is said that here is where the dead saints give their blessings. Across the other side of the road, there is a place where one can go shopping first while waiting for the tide to subside.

Location:

Central Mumbai, just off the coast of Worli, not far from Mahalaxmi railway station.