Can you furnish me some suggestions for my trip to India? I'm going to Bombay, Delhi, and Agra...?
I'm going for a friends wedding, and will spend two sseeks within Bombay, and 1 week in Delhi and Agra ( I a moment ago have to see the Taj Mahal!)
Do you hold any suggestions for quality on the other hand cheap hotels, sights I have to see- unusual or touristy- religious or secular, places to drink, things to watch out for, places to shop, and any other savvy traveling tips? I've never be to India before...
Thanks for any suggestions you might own!
Answers: Hiya
MUMBAI:
I LOVE IT!!
There is do much to see and do there.
First of adjectives you may get the arbitrary to be an extra in a Bollywood picture which is so fun!!
I have be an extra in moderately a few films as casting agents walk around tourist areas picking up tourists!
Dont know whether thats of any interest to you but it is such an experience!!
* Gateway of India:
The Gateway of India ( ) is a monument in Mumbai. Located on the waterfront within South Mumbai, the Gateway is a basalt arch 26 metres high. The Gateway is traditionally the first point visitors arriving by boat would see of Mumbai. Behind the Gateway steps front down to the waterfront, where boat trips can be have to locations such as Elephanta Island.
The Gateway is built from yellow basalt and reinforced concrete. While Indo-Saracenic within architectural style, elements are derived from the Muslim architectural styles of 16th century Gujarat. The central dome is 15 metres contained by diameter and 26 metres above ground at its highest point. The unharmed harbour front be realigned in directive to come in splash with a planned esplanade which would sweep down to the crux of the town. The cost of the construction was Rs. 21 lakhs, borne above all by the Government of India. For lack of funds, the approach road be never built, and so the Gateway stands at an angle to the road leading up to it.
* Taj Mahal Palace and Tower:
Since it open in 1903, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai have created its own unique history. From Maharajas and Princes to diverse Kings, Presidents, CEOs and entertainers, the Taj have played the perfect host, supportive of their every entail.
Built in 1903, the hotel is an architectural spectacle and brings together Moorish, Oriental and Florentine styles. Offering panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and the Gateway of India, the hotel is a gracious high point of the city of Mumbai, showcasing contemporary Indian influences along with superb vaulted alabaster ceiling, onyx columns, graceful archways, hand-woven silk carpet, crystal chandeliers, a magnificent art collection, an eclectic collection of furniture, and a dramatic cantilever stairway.
Over olden times century, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai has amassed a diverse collection of painting and works of art and is a veritable showcase of artifacts and art of the era. From Belgian chandeliers to Goan Christian artifacts, the hotel incorporates a myriad of artistic styles and tastes.
* Kala Ghoda:
Kala Ghoda, between Fort and Colaba, is Mumbai's arts district. With plenty of shops, restaurants and leafy avenues, it is a pleasant place to stroll around. The district features the city's modern-art museum and several art galleries. The Prince of Wales Museum is also within.
You could easily spend a full day within Kala Ghoda. Though the area is roughly vibrant, it really comes alive in February, when it hosts a fête complete with open-air music, waltz performances, concerts, plays, art displays, food stalls and a craft fair.
* Jehangir Art Gallery:
161 Mahatma Gandhi Rd
Tel: +91 22 2204 8212
Open: Daily, 11am-7pm
One of the oldest private gallery in Mumbai, the Jehangir shows contemporary Indian art, habitually by up-and-coming talents. Chemould, a small gallery upstairs, have interesting shows. Samovar, a pleasant and lively café is a favourite favourite place of local artists and writers.
* National Gallery of Modern Art:
Mahatma Gandhi Rd
Tel: +91 22 2285 2457
Open: Tues-Sun, 11am-6pm
Entry for foreigners: 150 rupees
This circular stone building was converted from a public foyer some years ago and now have elegant art gallery on each floor rising up to its dome. A small auditorium at the top occasionally hosts performances and discussions on art and theatre.
* Knesseth Eliyahod Synagogue:
Built by the Sassoon Family surrounded by 1884, this synagogue is one of two elegant synagogues (the other located surrounded by Byculla). Intricately designed, the light blue exterior compliments the vibrant interior specifically made up of stained glass window. Still functioning, this synagogue is well maintain by the Jewish communities of central Mumbai.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus:
( )(formerly Victoria Terminus), better agreed by its abbreviation CST or VT, is an historic railway station on the Mumbai suburban railway, also serving some long-distance trains. It is headquarters of the Central Railways within India and is one of the busiest railway stations in India. On July 2, 2004 the station be nominated a World Heritage Site by the World Heritage Committee of UNESCO.
The station building, built in 1888, is a breathtaking and ethereal building designed in the Venetian Gothic style of architecture. The building exhibits a fusion of influences from Victorian Italianate Gothic Revival architecture and traditional Indian architecture. Internally, the wood carving, tiles, enhancing iron and brass railings, grills for the ticket office, the balustrades for the noble staircases and other ornaments were the work of students at the Bombay School of Art. The station stands as an example of 19th century railway architectural marvel for its advanced structural and technical solutions.
* Marine Drive/Chowpatti Beach:
At the top conclusion of Marine Drive is Chowpatty Beach, the only coast in the inner part of Mumbai. One can witnesses abundant Hindu religious ceremonies adjectives at Chowpatty like the annual thread-tying ceremony initiating immature boys into the Brahmin caste, 'Nariel Purnima' towards the end of the monsoons and 'Ganesh Chaturthi' immersions. One can see the statues of Lokmanya Tilak and Vithalbhai Patel. There is a huge queue of stalls on the beach, selling 'Bhelpuri', 'Kulfi' and 'Paan'. There are also shooting gallery, snake charmers, monkey trainers, balloon sellers and even masseurs. Recently they enjoy added a park called "Nana-Nani Park" for elderly inhabitants.
* Dhobi Ghat:
Dhobi Ghat is a place beyond your wildest imagination. Chaos, colour, activity and sounds mix together here within a freakish blend, which has given it its unmatched flavour. It is the anithesis to the sophisticated and manicured lawns of Mahalaxmi Racecourse, although it is only a few hundred yard away. This is the fascinating place where on earth Mumbai's laundry is done. Clothes are washed by hundreds of Dhobis (laundry men and women) by appendage, on concrete sinks and dried in the sun, as it have been done for generation. A visit to Mumbai is incomplete lacking witnessing the early morning deeds of this place. With the busy local trains passing by, passenger hanging out and colourful laundry anyone dried in the sparkling sun, photographic opportunity are numerous.
HOTELS:
In Bombay you can get a hotel for in the region of lb6 a night - low(about 500 rupees), but you will probably want to spend around lb10 - medium (about 875 rupees) a dark for a better quality hotel or more say aloud lb15 a night - elevated (1300 rupees).
So that would mean your budget for 2 weeks should be:
low: lb84
prevailing conditions: lb140
high: lb196
Thats not closely for 2 weeks accomodation in the most expensive place contained by India and you don't have to book within advance as in that are so many hotels.
DELHI:
The top places to call round in Delhi are:
* The Mighty Red Fort
* Friday Mosque
* Jama Masjid
* silver street of Chandni Chowk
* Raj Ghat - the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi
* The Hindu temple - Birla Mandir
* India Gate & Rajpath
* Rashtrapati Bhawan – the President's House
* Humayun’s Tomb
* Qutab Minar - a 73m soaring victory tower
* Bahai Temple – brilliantly shaped to resemble a lotus flower.
AGRA:
THE TAJ MAHAL OF COURSE!!
Anyway i hope this helps!
:-)
when you come to mumbai means which year ?please reply on my email:mukesh.man004(a)yahoo.co.in sophia seem to know bombay better than the locals.. :D
what movies did u star in ?
In Delhi. U Can catch hotel as cheapst price in Pahar Ganj, karol bagh. in attendance only 100 Rs Charges for sooner or later. if u want to see delhi. plz take a delhi tour bus (operated by DTC) fare 60 rs for sooner or later u see all the historical places contained by delhi. like India proceeds, red fort, jantar mantar, kutub minar, humau makbara etc. (u can contact : sindhi house near connaughat place and british dignified commission) it is the head quater of Delhi Transport Corporation.
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