Mumbai is the financial and entertainment capital of India. It is the most
populated and biggest city in the State of Maharashtra. cheap flights from
New Orleans to Las Vegas. The downtown Mumbai features some of the best and
most beautiful colonial architectures. To view the glorious past of the
city, walk around the streets of Colaba or around Churchgate. The British
touch in the city can be witnessed at beautiful Taj Hotel, Gateway of
India, Flora Fountain, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Asiatic Society and
more. Mumbai, is every traveller’s delight, and is flooded with
attractions.
Things to Do in Mumbai
Siddhivinayak Temple
The Siddhivinayak Temple is in a suburb of Mumbai, Prabhadevi. The temple
is dedicated to the Lord Ganesha. It was built in the beginning of the 19th
Century by Laxman Vithu and Deubai Patil. The major highlight of the temple
is a statute of the Lord Ganesha, carved out of single black stone, with
trunk on the right side. The idols of Riddhi and Shiddi (goddesses of
sanctity, success, wealth and prosperity) have been placed on each side of
the Lord Ganpati. The temple has wooden doors on which are carved the
images of Ashtavinayak (eight manifestations of the Lord Ganesha).
Elephanta Caves
Elephanta Caves, located on the Elephanta Island (Gharapuri, meaning the
city of caves) are a vast network of sculpted caves. The island lies at
nearly 10 kilometres from the city in Mumbai Harbour. There two groups of
caves, large and small. The large group comprises five Hindu Caves and the
smaller group consists of two Buddhist Caves. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the
Hindu Caves dates to 5th and 8th Centuries. To preserve the art work, the
caves were declared World Heritage Site in the year 1987.
Haji Ali Dargah
The Haji Ali Dargah was built in the year 1431 in the middle of the Arabian
sea. It has been created in the memory of Sayyed Peer Haji Ali Shah
Bukhari. The main structure with white dome and minarets has been created
on an elevated platform. The main hall features marble pillars decorated
with beautiful mirror work. The colourful chips of glass have been arranged
in Arabic patterns spelling 99 names of Allah. Located behind the Dargah is
the Kinara Masjid and Qawwal Khana, an open chamber, adjacent to the tomb.
The Qawwal Khana is a stage for Sufi singers for singing qawwalis. A
fountain is also available within the Haji Ali Dargah complex.
Best Time to Fly to Mumbai
The best time to book cheap flights from San Francisco to Mumbai are the
months from October-March. During these months weather remains pleasant
& humidity is low. Krishna Janmashtami and Ganesh Chaturthi are the two
major festivals celebrated during the months of August & September.
However, if you plan to visit Mumbai during these months, then be prepared
to bear little humidity. It is suggested to book SFO to BOM flights in
advance to avoid paying more at the peak season.