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Then: Mumbai was originally a cluster of seven islands inhabited by fishermen, and named after their goddess Mumbadevi. These islands were a part of Gujarat. Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese was the first man to discover the sea route to Bombay. When development and reclamation started in 1670 onwards, businessmen came from all over to settle. The city expanded rapidly with the development of the cotton trade and the railways in the 1860s. Industries include textiles, engineering, pharmaceuticals, and diamonds. It is also the centre of the Hindi film industry.
Now: The pace and fervour with which the city has grown and thrived is in tandem with international requirements. Industries include textiles, engineering, pharmaceuticals, and diamonds. It is also houses the World Trade Centre, the National Centre for Performing Arts, and the Hindi film industry.The port handles half of India's foreign trade, along
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with the international airport. India's largest Stock Exchange which ranks as the third largest in the world, is situated in Mumbai. Here trading of stocks is carried out in billions of rupees. Mumbai provides umpteen opportunities to realize one's dreams. Hence, people from all over India and different parts of the word, belonging to different cultures come here to realize their dreams, and for business opportunities.
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Housing: Real estate prices are again on the upswing, even as there is a higher demand presently.
- In the commercial and industrial sector, South Mumbai properties are in demand. There is a marked preference in built up complexes, which are now offering amenities as never before. Rentals are up.
- Commercial property development is noticeable in the Bandra-Kurla complex, and Andheri-Kurla complex, adjacent to Seepz and Santa Cruz (east).
- The acute shortage finds answers in skyscrapers and the expansion is being felt in Navi Mumbai where there is a spurt in demand for both commercial and residential properties.
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City Facts |
| Area |
438 sq. kms. (169 sq. miles) |
| State |
Maharashtra |
| District |
Mumbai City and Mumbai Suburban |
| Altitude |
Sea level |
| Location |
18o 58' 30" North, 72o 49' 33" East |
| Population |
14.5 million |
| Languages |
Marathi (predominant), Hindi, Gujarati, English |
| STD Code |
If calling from India: 022; If calling from outside India: 91-22 |
| Temperature |
Summer: 26.3o C to 35.1o C; Winter: 20.8o C to 30.9o C; Humid climate |
| Average Rainfall |
220 cms (85 inches) per annum |
| Clothing |
Cottons in summer. Winters are mild. Rainwear in monsoon. |
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Mumbai is divided into:
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- Central:
Asangaon, Badlapur, Chinchpokhli, Diva Junction, Dombivali, Kanjurmarg, Khadavli,
Kurla, Mumbra, Parel, Thakurli, Titwala, Ulhasnagar, Vidyavihar, Ambernath, Bhandup
Byculla, Currey Road, Ghatkopar, Kalyan, Kasara, Mulund, Neral,
Sandhurst Road, Sion, Thane, Titwala, Vangani, Vikhroli.
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- Harbour:
Chembur, Cotton, Green, Chunnabhatti, Dockyard Road, Govandi, GTB Nagar, Kings Circle,
Mankhurd, Reay Road, Sewri, Tilak Nagar, Wadala.
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- Navi:
Vashi, CBD Belapur, Kalamboli, Kharghar, Nerul, Sanpada,
Juinagar, Khandeshwar, Panvel.
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- South:
Ballard Estate, Bhuleshwar, Churchgate, Colaba, Cuffe Parade, Dadar, Fountain Area,
Girgaum, Kalbadevi, Mahim, Malabar Hill, Marine Drive, Mohammad Ali Road, Napean Sea Road,
Nariman Point, New Marine Lines, Opera House, Parel, Pedder Road, Prabhadevi,
Tardeo, Warden Road, Worli.
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- West:
Andheri, Bandra, Bhayandar, Borivali, Dahisar, Goregaon, Jogeshwari, Kandivali, Khar,
Malad, Mira Road, Nalasopara, Palghar, Santacruz, Vasai Road, Vile Parle, Virar.
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