Mumbai Attractions

The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower is located opposite the Gateway of India in Mumbai. Built in 1903, this landmark faces the harbor and is a striking monument on the waterfront.

In 1973, the Tower Wing was added and the Taj Mahal Palace is a member of the 'Leading Hotels of the World'. Leisure activities offered at the Taj Mahal Hotel include swimming, use of the fitness center, golf, badminton, squash, billiards, tennis and table tennis.

Victoria Terminus was opened on January 1st, 1882 as the main railway station of Mumbai. Designed by F.W. Stevens, this Gothic building features carvings of peacocks, gargoyles, monkeys, and lions. Domes, turrets, spires and stained glass windows are other architectural items of note. The style of the Victoria Terminus is more like a cathedral than a railway station.

Mani Bhavan was a focal point of Gandhi's political activities in Mumbai between 1917 and 1934. The rooms of Mani Bhavan remain untouched and in the same condition they were when Gandhi visited.

Mani Bhavan now houses a research library, a photo exhibit of Mahatma Gandhi's life, and other well preserved memorabilia.

One of India's finest architects, J.M. Kadri, designed the landmark Nehru Planetarium. The Planetarium is a large domed building that looks like a UFO.

The Nehru Science Center is a science park featuring permanent exhibits. The Discovery of India building is a circular honeycomb and houses interesting historical exhibits. The nine galleries have a section for children and smaller galleries highlighting life sciences and the evolution of man.

Construction on St Thomas Cathedral began in 1676 and it was completed in 1718. It was named for St Thomas, who established India's first Christian community.

St Thomas was the first Anglican Church in Mumbai, it was built to accommodate the growing British population. Inside the cathedral are the ornate tombstones of British officers and civil servants.

The University of Mumbai (originally known as University of Bombay) was established in 1857 and is one of the oldest universities in India.

The convocation hall features an exquisite circular stained-glass window surrounded by the signs of the Zodiac.

There are four campuses: the original campus, Fort, is near the southern end of Mumbai with Gothic style architecture and a library with many original manuscripts. The library has a spiral staircases and ornate galleries. Kalina campus is a large campus situated in central suburban Mumbai.