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1. www.britannica.com › place › MumbaiMumbai | History, Culture & Attractions | Britannica

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   1 day ago · Mumbai, formerly Bombay, is a major city on the Arabian Sea, the capital of Maharashtra, and is a center of India’s financial, commercial, and film industries.

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4. www.britannica.com › place › MaharashtraMaharashtra | Capital, Map, Population, & Government

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   2 days ago · Maharashtra’s capital, Mumbai (formerly Bombay), is an island city on the western coast, connected to the mainland by roads and railways. Aptly called the gateway of India, Maharashtra is one of India’s biggest commercial and industrial centers, and it has played a significant role in the country’s social and political life.

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5. www.britannica.com › place › MumbaiMumbai - Gateway, Colonial, Bollywood | Britannica

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   2 days ago · Mumbai - Gateway, Colonial, Bollywood: The Koli, an aboriginal tribe of fishermen, were the earliest known inhabitants of present-day Mumbai, though Paleolithic stone implements found at Kandivli, in Greater Mumbai, indicate that the area has been inhabited by humans for hundreds of thousands of years.

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   • Entrance to Mumbai Harbour, marked by the Gateway of India (right foreground). Mumbai, city, capital of Maharashtra state, southwestern India. It is the country’s financial and commercial center and its principal port on the Arabian Sea. What is life like in Mumbai? Overview of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

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   Why is Mumbai called Bombay?

   • It became known as Bombay during the British colonial period, the name possibly an Anglicized corruption of Mumbai or perhaps of Bom Baim (“Good Harbor”), supposedly a Portuguese name for the locale. The name Mumbai was restored officially in 1995, although Bombay remained in common usage.

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   Why is Bombay the capital of Maharashtra?

   • Those protests led to the state’s partition into the modern states of Gujarat and Maharashtra in 1960, and Bombay was made the capital of Maharashtra that year. Targets of the November 2008 terrorist attack in Mumbai, India.

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   Who inhabited Mumbai?

   • Video overview of Mumbai's history. The Koli, an aboriginal tribe of fishermen, were the earliest known inhabitants of present-day Mumbai, though Paleolithic stone implements found at Kandivli, in Greater Mumbai, indicate that the area has been inhabited by humans for hundreds of thousands of years.

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7. trip101.com › article › best-places-to-visit-in-mumbai21 Best Places To Visit In Mumbai, India - Updated 2024

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   Jun 25, 2024 · Formerly named Bombay, Mumbai City is a vibrant metropolis in the western part of India. On record, it is the largest city in the country, a financial hub, and a business district. Here in the city of dreams, you’ll find lots of upscale attractions, excellent restaurants, delicious street food, rich flora, and iconic landmarks.

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8. trip101.com › article › mumbai-is-famous-for-whichTop 17 Things Mumbai Is Famous For - Updated 2024 | Trip101

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   Jun 25, 2024 · Maximum City, City of Dreams - just some of the names given to Mumbai, a bewildering and overwhelming city for most first-time visitors. This largest metropolitan city in India is crowded, buzzing, and vibrant. Cosmopolitan in nature, the city is an exciting mix of local culture, history, and Western lifestyle.

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9. wanderwisdom.com › Things-to-Do-in-MumbaiThe 6 Most Beautiful Mumbai Attractions - WanderWisdom

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   Jun 24, 2024 · Mumbai, India, formerly known as Bombay, is a popular travel destination for visitors from around the globe. The city is home to over 21 million people, making it one of the largest cities in the world. Full of shops, sights, friendly people, and wonderful food, Mumbai is jam-packed with things to see and do!

10. www.tripadvisor.in › Attractions-g304554THE 30 BEST Places to Visit in Mumbai (UPDATED 2024 ...

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    Jun 11, 2024 · Top Things to Do in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Places to Visit in Mumbai. Enter dates. Attractions. Filters. Sort. All things to do. Category types. Attractions. Tours. Day Trips. Outdoor Activities. Concerts & Shows. Food & Drink. Events. Classes & Workshops. Shopping. Transportation. Traveller Resources. Types of Attractions. Sights & Landmarks.