Things to Do in Mumbai

Probably Mumbai’s most famous monument, the massive Gateway serves as a symbolic reminder of colonial rule. Opened to celebrate the arrival of King George V, it saw the last English boat leave in 1948. Don’t worry, though: foreign tourists are still welcome..

The Jehangir Art Gallery owns much of the important art in India. Housed in an impressive mansion, this is a place to view exhibitions and catch the stars of the artistic world.

Come nighttime, it’s all about getting yourself down to Chowpatty Beach. Away from the hustle of the city, the beach offers a perfect sunset, various food stands, a relaxed party atmosphere and a human-powered Ferris wheel.

Move over LA, this is the film city of the world. Bollywood makes more films which are seen by more people on average per year than its American cousin. So get yourself to a screening or simply go out into the street and do some star-spotting.

The mischievous Krishna used to steal butter during his childhood days. Now every August the city’s residents string lines of curd between buildings. Then they make human pyramids to get them down. Well, this is a birthday celebration, after all!