• Location: GD Ambedkar Road, Lalbaug (central Mumbai).
• Nearest Railway Station: Walking distance from Lower Parel, Curry Road, and Chinchpolki stations.
• Waiting Time: Can be 20 hours or more in the navas line. General line takes around five hours.
• When to Visit: It’s open around the clock. However, the busiest time is in the evening until midnight.

Located at Lalbaug market, Lalbaugcha Raja is one of the oldest sarvajanik (public) Ganesh festivals of Mumbai established in 1934.

During the pre-Independence era, the festival was used as a platform by the prominent leaders to generate opinion against the British empire.

All those devoties who visit LALBAUG cha RAJA every Ganesh Utsav or believe in him. Each idol is atleast 20-30ft high and this community will bring us closer to LALBAUG cha RAJA…

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The Mandal was established prior to Independence along with being religious, as per the inspiration and teaches of Lokmanya Tilak. The aim of the mandal was to create awakening among the Indians to fight for freedom from the British Rule.

“LALBAUGCHA RAJA (The Emperor of Lalbaug)” is name of the popular Ganesh Idol of “LALBAUGCHA RAJA SARVAJANIK GANESHOTSAV MANDAL”. The Mandal, formerly known as “SARVAJANIK GANESHOTSAV MANDAL LALBAUG” was founded in the year 1934, because of a vow (NAVAS) for construction of the present Lalbaug Market at its existing place. The market place at Peru Chawl was shut down in 1932.

Hence, the fishermen and vendors who used to sit in the open place vowed to Lord Ganesh for permanent place for their market. With the consistent efforts & support of the then local Councillor-Late Shri. Kuwarji Jethabhai Shah, Dr. V. B. Korgaonkar, Shri.Nakhawa Kokam Mama, Bhausaheb Shinde, Dr.U.A. Rao and the local residents, the landlord Rajabai Tayyabali agreed to give a plot for construction of a market. As fulfillment of their wish, the fisherman and the traders established the Ganesh Idol on 12.09.1934. The idol was dressed in the customary fashion of fisherman. Since that day onwards, this Lord Ganesh has become popular as it fulfills the wishes of devotees.

Lalbaugcha Raja is truly a King in all respects and it pays to seek his audience.

A mere glance of the deity which is labeled as mukh darshantakes about two-and-a-half-hours wait in the queue during weekdays and eight to nine hours during weekends.

Big Bazaar Name : Ghatkopar

• Address : R-city, Wyneth Labs, LBS Marg, Opp Presidential Towers, Near Damodar Park, Ghatkopar (W). Mumbai
• Pincode : 400086
• State : Maharashtra
• Phone : 022 – 3055 3954

Big Bazaar Name : Santacruz

• Address : Milan Mall, Opp. Gamdevi Mandir, Near S.V.Road Junction Signal, Milan Subway road, Santacruz (W), Mumbai
• Pincode : 400 054
• State : Maharashtra
• Phone : 022 – 671 44 300

Big Bazaar Name : Kandivali

• Address : Growel’s 101, Akurli Road, Off. Western Express Highway, Kandivli (East), Mumbai
• Pincode : 400 101
• State : Maharashtra
• Phone : 022- 6753 9600/39

Big Bazaar Name : Mega Mall

• Address : Megamall, Lower Ground Floor, D.P road, Malad Link Road, Andheri (W). Mumbai
• Pincode : 400104
• State : Maharashtra
• Phone : 022 – 4260 7700 / 01

Big Bazaar Name : Mumbai Central

• Address : Orchid City Centre, 265, Bellasis road, Opp. ST Bus Depot, Mumbai Central (E), Mumbai
• Pincode : 400008
• State : Maharahstra
• Phone : 022 – 6614 1800

Big Bazaar Name : Lower Parel

• Address : High Street Phoenix Mills Compound, 462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, (W) Mumbai
• Pincode : 400 013
• State : Maharashtra
• Phone : 022 – 6662 6714 / 03

Big Bazaar Name : Mulund

• Address : (Runwall) R- Mall, Opp. Richardson Cruddas Factory, LBS Marg, Near Mulund check naka, Mulund (West), Mumbai
• Pincode : 400 080
• State : Maharashtra
• Phone : 022 – 3070 0328

Big Bazaar Name : Malad

• Address : Penta High 51, Anand Road, Opp. Railway Station, Malad West, Mumbai
• Pincode : 400 064
• State : Maharashtra
• Phone : 022 – 3065 9200 / 01

The List of players in MUMBAI INDIANS [MI] team for IPL 5, 2012 is as follows:

Batsman in Mumbai Indians IPL 2012 Team :

• Sachin Tendulkar
• Tirumalasetti Suman
• Aditya Tare
• Dinesh Karthik
• Sushant Marathe
• Aiden Blizzard
• S K Yadav
• David Jacobs
• Rohit Sharma

Bowlers in Mumbai Indians IPL 2012 Team:

• Harbhajan Singh
• RP Singh
• Pragyan Ojha
• Abu Nechim
• Clint McKay
• Lasith Malinga
• Munaf Patel
• Dhawal Kulkarni
• Pawan Suyal
• Yuzvendra Chahal
• Robin Peterson

Wicket Keepers in Mumbai Indians IPL 2012 Team :

• Ambati Rayudu
• Aditya Tare
• Dinesh Karthik
• Sushant Marathe

All Roundres in Mumbai Indians IPL 2012 Team :

• James Franklin
• Ambati Rayudu
• Kieron Pollard
• Mitchell Johnson
• Thisara Perera

Support staff of Mumbai Indians IPL 2012 Team:

• Robin Singh : Coach
• Jonty Rhodes : Fielding Coach

Mumbai Indians Fixtures In IPL 2012:

Every year, more than 38,000 people participate in the Mumbai Marathon. Last year through the event, charities raised over Rs. 12.16 crore for 131 NGOs to support countless social causes, while having a blast in the most exciting community – charity event of the year.Mumbai Marathon 2012 Held on 15th Jan 2012 in Mumbai.

Official Website: Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Date:

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Held on 15th Jan 2012 in Mumbai.

• Date: January 15th 2012
• Venue: Mumbai. The full marathon will begin and end outside CST railway station. The half marathon will begin at MMRDA grounds, and end outside CST station.

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Routes and Map and Timing:

• The 2012 Full Marathon will begin from CST at 7.25 am and end at CST while the half marathon will start from Bandra Reclamation at 6.15 am and end at CST.
• The Wheelchair event will start from CST at 7.45 am and will finish near Gate No. 3 of Azad Maidan, opposite Metro Cinema.
• The Senior Citizens Run will begin at 8.00 am from CST and finish near Gate No. 3 of Azad Maidan.
• The Dream Run will begin at 9.00 am from CST and finish near Gate No. 3 of Azad Maidan.

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Race Information:

Mumbai Marathon 2012 full Marathon:

• Minimum age: 18 years as on 14th January 2012
• Distance:42.195 km
• Application Fee: Rs.700/-
• Application Fee for NRI: US$ 45

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Half marathon:

• Minimum age: 18 years as on 14th January 2012
• Distance:21.097 km
• Application Fee: Rs.700/-
• Application Fee for NRI: US$ 45

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Marathon Dream run:

• Minimum age: 12 years as on 14th January 2012
• Distance:6 km
• Application Fee: Rs.600/-
• Application Fee for NRI: US$ 30

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Marathon Wheelchair event:

• Minimum age: 12 years as on 14th January 2012
• Distance:2.5km
• Application Fee: Rs.300/-
• Application Fee for NRI: US$ 15

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Marathon Senior Citizen’s run:

• Minimum age: 60 years as on 14th January 2012
• Distance:4.3km
• Application Fee: Rs.300/-
• Application Fee for NRI: US$ 15

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Price Money:

The cash awards to winners will be in US dollars.

(1)Marathon category prizes

Distance: 42.195 km

In Men (with NRI)

• 1st position: $36,000
• 2nd position: $25,000
• 3rd position: $16,000
• 4th position: 12,500
• 5th position: $9,000
• 6th position: $7,000
• 7th position: $6,000
• 8th position: $5,000
• 9th position: $4,000
• 10th position: $3,000
• 11th position: $2,000
• 12th position: $1,500

In Women (with NRI)

• 1st position: $36,000
• 2nd position: $25,000
• 3rd position: $16,000
• 4th position: $12,500
• 5th position: $9,000
• 6th position: $7,000
• 7th position: $6,000
• 8th position: $5,000
• 9th position: $4,000
• 10th position: $3,000
• 11th position: $2,000
• 12th position: $1,500

Indian marathon finishers

In Men (Indian)

• 1st position: $7,500
• 2nd position: $6,500
• 3rd position: $5,000
• 4th position: $4,000
• 5th position: $3,000

In Women (Indian)

• 1st position: $7,500
• 2nd position: $6,500
• 3rd position: $5,000
• 4th position: $4,000
• 5th position: $3,000

Prizes for top marathon open finishers

In Men

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750
• 3rd position: $500

In Women

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750
• 3rd position: $500

Prizes for top marathon veteran finishers

In Men

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750
• 3rd position: $500

In Women

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750
• 3rd position: $500

Prizes for top marathon senior veteran finishers

In Men

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750

In Women

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750

Prizes for top marathon super veteran finishers

Men

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750

In Women

• 1st position: $1,000
• 2nd position: $750

(2)Half Marathon category prizes

Distance: 21.097 km
Prizes for overall top finishers
In Men

• 1st position: $2,000
• 2nd position: $1,250
• 3rd position: $900
• 4th position: $700
• 5th position: $600

In Women

• 1st position: $2,000
• 2nd position: $1,250
• 3rd position: $900
• 4th position: $700
• 5th position: $600

Prizes for top Half Marathon veteran finishers

In Men

• 1st position: $600
• 2nd position: $500
• 3rd position: $400

In Women

• 1st position: $600
• 2nd position: $500
• 3rd position: $400

Prizes for top Half Marathon senior veteran finishers

In Men

• 1st position: $600
• 2nd position: $500

In Women

• 1st position: $600
• 2nd position: $500

Prizes for top Half Marathon super veteran finishers

In Men

• 1st position: $600
• 2nd position: $500

In Women

• 1st position: $600
• 2nd position: $500

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Medals for Winners:

Type Of Run: Marathon

• Top 3 overall men & women finishers
• Top 3 Indian men & women finishers
• Top 3 marathon open men & women finishers
• Top 3 marathon veteran men & women finishers
• Top 2 marathon senior veteran men & women finishers
• Top 2 marathon super veteran men & women finishers

Type Of Run: Half Marathon

• Top 3 overall men & women finishers
• Top 3 veteran men & women finishers
• Top 2 senior veteran men & women finishers
• Top 2 super veteran men & women finishers

Mumbai Marathon 2012 Winners List:

Elite:

Men:

• 1. Laban Moiben (Ken) 2:10:48
• 2. Raji Assefa (Eth) 2:10:48
• 3. John Kyul (Ken) 2:10:54

In Women:

• 1. Netsanet Abeyo (Eth) 2:26:12
• 2. Fatuma Sado (Eth) 2:30:20
• 3. Makda Harun (Eth) 2:30:47

Indians:

In Men:

• 1. Ram Singh Yadav 2:16:59
• 2. Elam Singh 2:18:27
• 3. Rajesh T.A. 2:24:25

In Women:

• 1. Lalita Babbar 2:53:35
• 2. Kiran Tiwari 2:53:56
• 3. Preethi L. Rao 3:01:34

Half marathon:

In Men:

• 1. Soji Mathew (Ind) 1:05:29
• 2. Ashish Singh (Ind) 1:05:31
• 3. Man Singh (Ind) 1:06:27

In Women:

• 1. Priyanka Patel (Ind) 1:21:55
• 2. Vijay Mala Patil (Ind) 1:22:25
• 3. Supriya Patil (Ind) 1:23:15

Marathon amateur open:

In Men:

• 1. Tanaji Nalvade (Ind) 2.46.31
• 2. Manoj Mhatre (Ind) 2:51:42
• 3. Samir Singh (Ind) 2:54:50

In Women:

• 1. Andrea Stadler (GBr) 3:29:41
• 2. Elizabeth Chapman (GBr) 3.41.01
• 3. Ankita Mittal (Ind) 3.42.06

• Rating: 4 Star
• Rooms: 72
• Location: Vile Parle
• Address: Nehru Road, Near Domestic Airport, Vile Parle – East Mumbai, Mumbai-400099 ,India.

Accessibility from Bawa International Hotel Mumbai:

• International Airport: 5 km
• Domestic Airport: 1 km
• Vile Parle Railway Station: 1 km

Locational Advantage of Bawa International Hotel Mumbai:

Bawa International is situated next to the domestic airport and is very near to the international airport.The interiors of this hotel are designed and furnished to provide utmost comfort and luxury to the guest. In-house movies with international channels, fine Multicuisine dining, a doctor on call, lockers, and computerized billing are some of the amenities to make your stay a pleasure.Overlooking the domestic airport, one can watch the take-off of a flight from the privacy of this 4 Star hotel. The interiors are decorated with Egyptian ornaments, adding a mystical touch to its ambiance. There are 76 well-appointed rooms with contemporary designs. Royal Palatte – the multi-cuisine restaurant serves delicious fare to the guests. Avalon – the discotheque, offers the best in cocktails and mocktails, and a space to unwind. There is also a 24-hour coffee shop adjacent to the lobby area. In addition to this a mini-bar service, direct dialing phone facility and a business center make this place a home away from home for the corporate traveler.

Description about Bawa International Hotel Mumbai:

Hotel Bawa International is part of the Bawa Group of Hotels. The hotel is located adjacent to the domestic airport and is only a 10-15 minutes drive from the international airport.Hotel Bawa International is a renowned name in Four star luxury hotels that guarantees immaculate services and state of the art comfortable facilities and captures the essence of a city like Mumbai in a fabulous location. The interiors of the hotel are designed and furnished to provide utmost comfort and luxury to the guests. The amenities and services offered by the hotel makes it an optimum preference of the tourists.It has got the perfect ambience of every traveler in search of a comfortable stay. It is the perfect place where standards are not compromised but are raised up to a high level of their guests. The hotel is an ideal place for travelers on leisure and on business.The rooms are lavishly decorated along with wall-to-wall carpet & window air-conditioner in all rooms. At the in-house restaurant of Hotel Bawa International one can enjoy Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine.

Accommodation at Bawa International Hotel Mumbai:

Bawa International offers a total of 76 rooms. These include 72 Double Rooms and 4 Thematic Suites. All the rooms of the hotel are centrally air conditioned.All the accommodation provided by Travelmasti are in the most comfortable hotels/resorts/camps, handpicked especially for you, offering the best stay to make your business or leisure trip, simply ‘worth it’.Bawa International Hotel, Mumbai offers a total of 76 rooms divided into the categories of Double Rooms and Thematic Suites. All the rooms of the hotel are centrally air conditioned and well equipped with basic in room facilities and room service at call. Each and every corner of the room has an array of associated services and retains a very peaceful and relaxed atmosphere.

Restaurants in Bawa International Hotel Mumbai:

The airport hotel, Bawa International, Mumbai offers a wide selection of mouth-watering snacks, yummy food and exotic beverages at its food-outlets and bar.Bawa International has 2 Multi cuisines restaurants: High Stake Bar and Royal Palatte. The hotel has also one coffee shop.

• Royal Palatte: A multi-cuisine restaurant that serves authentic Indian, Mughali, Chinese and Continental cuisine
• Coffee Shop: A ideal place to relax your senses with the sips of refreshing coffee and bites of appetizing sandwiches
• High Stake Bar: One of the finest bars in Mumbai to taste the awesomely tasty kebabs and starters along with exotic cocktails and drinks
• Amoeba: The discotheque

Services at Bawa International Hotel Mumbai:

Room Service, 24 hrs H/C running water, Direct Dialing STD/ISD Facility, Fax on Demand, Safe Deposit Box, T.V., Tea/Coffee Maker in all rooms, Channel Music,, Banquet Facility, Conference Hall, Doctor on Demand, Currency Exchange, Travel Desk, Restaurant, Bar Service, Credit Card Facility.24-hour front desk, Air-conditioned public areas , Airport transportation free, Banquet facilities, Bar/lounge, Suitable for children, Business center, Coffee shop or cafe, Complimentary Newspapers in lobby, Complimentary breakfast, Travel counter, Book Shop, Night club , Luggage storage, Backup generator, Currency exchange , Doorman , Elevator/lift, Express check-in/check-out , Front desk , Gift shops or news-stand, Grocery , Health club , Internet access-surcharge, Laundry facilities , Medical services, Meeting room(s) small groups, Nightclub , Parking(valet), Parking nearby, Porter/bellhop, Restaurant , Room service(24 hours), Safe deposit box-front desk , Secretarial services , Security guard, Shoe shine, Air conditioning-Room , Balcony , Bathrobes, Bathroom telephone, Bathtub only, Bottled water in room(complimentary), Cable/satellite TV , Ceiling fan , Complimentary newspaper, Complimentary toiletries, Hair dryer , Handheld showers, Housekeeping, Internet access-high speed , Designer toiletries, Makeup mirror , Minibar , Primium bathrooms, Rollaway beds, Separate sitting area, Smoking rooms, Sofabed , Television-Room , Telephone-Room, Voicemail , Wakeup-calls, Welcome amenities, H/C running water , Central Air Conditioning , Desk, Toothbrush/Razor on request, Reading lamps, Moisturiser, Inroom Broadband.

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About SevenHills Hospital:

• Location: SevenHills Hospital, Marol-Maroshi Road, Andheri (E.), Mumbai 400059
• Address: Marol Maroshi Road, Beside Marol Maroshi Bus Depot, Andheri East, Mumbai, 40006
• Category: Doctors and Hospitals, Health and Wellness
• Official website: http://www.sevenhillshospital.com

Detail Information About SevenHills Hospital Mumbai:

Twenty years old, Seven Hills Hospital promises top quality treatment in terms of, patient care, 60 specialists, 600 paramedics, general staff and excellent infrastructure facilities.A sprawling 17 acres of scenic landscape in the heart of Mumbai, is the abode of SevenHills HealthCity. Within lies one of Asia’s largest hospitals, along with residential accommodation for its doctors and staff, an academic and research institute, and a business and convention centre. The hospital has a fully-equipped emergency room, a modern diagnostic laboratory, cafeteria, a pharmacy and 250 air-conditioned and non air-conditioned rooms.SevenHills group with two decades of experience in healthcare sector is coming up with a multi super specialty hospital at the commercial capital of India, Mumbai. Centrally located at Andheri East just 2 kms away from the International airport it is well connected locally through Bus and Train transport. Spread over 17acres of thick green campus area & designed as per the specifications of international quality organizations. It is a 1500 bedded hospital planned on 2 million sft built up area, making it one of the largest healthcare providers in private sector in Asia. Hospital provides underground parking facility for more then 1500 cars, 300 residential apartments for doctors and staff and hostels for junior doctors and nurses and technicians are provided with in the campus.

SevenHills Hospital & Health City Mumbai Highlights:

Hospital has an efficiently planned infrastructure comprising of 120 outpatient clinics, state of the art diagnostics, 36 Operation Theatres, 300 critical care beds and with a variety of comfortable In-Patient Rooms. The Operation Theatre complex is designed as ultra clean rooms as per the highest international standards and is equipped with the most modern equipments. 300 critical care beds are for providing the best quality care in both medical and surgical needs. An exclusive floor is designed with 100 luxury suite rooms dedicated for international medical tourists and VIPs. Hospital is well supported by the best infrastructure with pneumatic tube system, HVAC, Purified water system, PACS, Telemedicine, Track and trace system using RFID and fully covered under Wifi Zone. The academic courses are being planned in Medical, Nursing and Technical areas supported with well stocked library and seminar halls. CSSD, Healthy & Nutritious food facility & Laundry. Hospital shall provide planned academic courses in Medical, Nursing and Technical areas. An exclusive wellness clinic for preventive healthcare. Technically devised rehabilitation centre and transfusion medicine department providing all the blood components are being planned.

• Approximately 3 Kms  from  the International Airport
• Highly competent team of medical professionals and compassionate support staff
• A mix of full and part time consultants in each discipline of medicine to provide round the clock medical care
• In campus residential facilities for more than 300 experts
• International quality infrastructure and state of the art technology
• A parking facility for more than 1500 cars
• Proposed Helipad on campus

How to reach SevenHills Hospital & Health City Mumbai By Road:

You can easily reach hospital by road with local transport like auto,cab and you private vehicle, but the best way to reach SevenHills Hospital & Health City Mumbai is BEST Bus.The Marol Maroshi bus depot is adjacent to the hospital. Some of the BEST bus numbers are as follows:

• Andheri (East): 434, 186, 331 and 184
• Borivali (East) Depot: 398
• Dadar (East): 22
• Dadar (West): 35
• Ghatkopar: 334
• Goregaon (East):341
• Kurla: 446, 326
• Mulund (West): 398
• Poisar Depot: 290
• Versova: 328

How to reach SevenHills Hospital & Health City Mumbai By Local Train:

The Andheri Station, on the mainline of the Western Railways, serves the Marol area, where the hospital is located. From this station, auto-rickshaws/buses/taxis are easily available. The distance between Andheri Station and SevenHills Hospital can be covered in approximately 30 minutes.* The main stations being Kurla Terminus (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus), Dadar station, Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) and Bombay Central Station. Local trains are available from these stations to Andheri Railway station. Alternatively, taxis or BEST buses are available direct to the hospital

How to reach SevenHills Hospital & Health City Mumbai ByAir:

• The Domestic Terminal: Approximate Travel time: 30 minutes.
• The International Airport: Approximate Travel time: 15 minutes.

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General Information About Gateway Of India Mumbai:

• Location: South Mumbai
• Inaugurated in: 1924 AD
• Highlight: It is an excellent example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture.
• Founded In: Early 20th century,
• Architectural Style: Indo-Saracenic

More Information About Gateway Of India Mumbai:

Mumbai’s most famous monument, this is the starting point for most tourists who want to explore the city. It was built as a triumphal arch to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary, complete with four turrets and intricate latticework carved into the yellow basalt stone. Ironically, when the Raj ended in 1947, this colonial symbol also became a sort of epitaph: the last of the British ships that set sail for England left from the Gateway. Today this symbol of colonialism has got Indianised, drawing droves of local tourists and citizens. Behind the arch, there are steps leading down to the water. Here, you can get onto one of the bobbing little motor launches, for a short cruise through Mumbai’s splendid natural harbour.Gateway of India is the landmark of Mumbai city and most of the tourists commence their trip by visiting this monument. It is situated on the waterfront in the southern part of the city. The gateway is an arch with a height of 26 meters and is made up of yellow basalt and reinforced concrete. Gateway of India is an architectural marvel and belongs to Indo-Saracenic architectural style, with some elements derived from the Muslim architectural styles of the 16th century Gujarat. One of the most prized possessions of the country, the Gateway of India is situated on the waterfront in South Mumbai. Anyone coming to Mumbai from this harbor is greeted by the huge monument, which stands as a testimony to the imperial bygone era of the city. As you pass through the gate from the city side, the first scene that looms into view is that of the waterfront of South Mumbai. A popular harbor, it is used by a large number of people for traveling to the other parts of Bombay, especially the Elephanta Island.

The foundation stone of the Gateway of India was laid down by the then Governor of Bombay (Mumbai) on March 31st 1913. The total cost of building the arch was around 21 Lakhs. The Gateway of India is 26 meters high and is coupled with four turrets. There are beautiful and complex latticework carved on stones. The mark of Gujarati architecture can also be seen on the monument. It is said that this awesome structure is a blend of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris and a Moorish palace. The Gateway is a huge stone Arch of Triumph originally constructed to commemorates the first-ever visit of a British Monarch to India. King George V and his consort Queeen Mary came ashore near here in December, 1911. The foundations were laid in December 1913, but from then until 1919 construction of a seawall and reclarmation of the land from the sea interrupted the project. Construction of the monument was finally begun in May 1920, and it was formally opened in December 1924. It is built of a yellow Kharodi basalt from nearby quarries. The central dome has a diameter of 48 ft, (14.4m); it is 83 ft (24.9m) to its apex. It was designed by the Scotsman George Wittet (1878-1926), who helped popularize the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture that combined Gothic-like flamboyance with Muslim-Indian architectural features. Wittet also designed the nearby Prince of Wales Museum, the King Edward Memorial Hospital and the Institute of Science, among other significant buildings. The Gateway is a traditional-style triumphal arch based on 16th century Muslim styles of Gujarat. The last British troops formally to leave India formal passed through its archway in February, 1948. Since then it has become a much appreciated symbol of Mumbai, the financial capital of India. The construction of the Gateway of India led to the displacement of the harbor and it had to be completely realigned. The monument was constructed in the early 20th century, at the astronomical price of 21 lakh rupees. The major burden of the cost was undertaken by the Government of India. However, even the 21 lakh rupees could not prove sufficient and the idea of constructing an approach road from the monument had to be discarded. The construction work of Gateway of India was undertaken by Gammon India Limited, established by J C Gammon.

History About Gateway Of India Mumbai:

The construction of the gateway was completed in 1924 AD and it was opened on December 4, 1924 AD by the Viceroy, Earl of Reading. When the British rule ended in 1947, this colonial symbol also became a sort of a memorial. The last British troop that left India, First Battalion of the Somerset Light Infantry, passed through the Gateway of India on 28 February 1948. Today this symbol of colonialism has got Indianised and draws a lot of local tourists and citizens. Behind the arch are the steps leading down to the water. The Gateway of India was starting point for the tourists who come to Mumbai. It is one of the finest example of colonial architectural heritage in India. The main idea behind the construction of the Gateway of India was to celebrate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay. Sir George Sydenham Clarke, the then Governor of Bombay, laid down the foundation stone of the monument in March 1911. However, his plan was approved in 1914 and the reclamations at Apollo Bundar got completed in 1919. Designed by George Wittet, an architect, Gateway of India took approximately 4 years (1920 to 1924) to get fully completed.

First Major Event At Gateway Of India Mumbai:

You can enjoy yourself by hiring one of the little motor launches available at the gateway of India. These launches provide short cruises around the active city of Mumbai. Views from these cruises are beautiful and stunning, offering unforgettable memories that stay for a long time with you. The Gateway of India is surrounded by some of the most reputed hotels in India like the Taj Mahal Hotel, one of the most famous and luxurious hotels in India. The statues of the Maratha leader Shivaji and Swami Vivekananda, stand here adding to the appeal of this monument. The first major event that took place at the Gateway of India was the passing of the First Battalion of the Somerset Light Infantry. They were the last troops of the British to leave India after independence. The ceremony was conducted on 28th February 1948.This majestic gateway has always been the centre of attraction for one and all. Moreover, the large expanse of the Arabian Sea visible from the monument makes the entire view simply overwhelming. This makes Gateway of India, the most visited spot in Mumbai. At the back of the Gateway, there are steps leading into the sea, where motor boats rest to take the visitors on a ride to Elephanta Islands. Moreover, a short cruise through the natural harbor of Mumbai is absolutely refreshing.

How to Reach Gateway Of India Mumbai:

One can easily reach Gateway of India by hiring taxis or autos, or by boarding buses or trains from the city.

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General Information About Nariman Point Mumbai:

• Location: On Southern tip of Marine Drive in South Mumbai
• Known for: Housing the leading business headquarters of India
• Specialty: Home to India’s premier business houses
• Nearby Attractions: Marine Drive, Gateway of India, Churchgate
• Best Time to Visit: October to March

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Mumbai’s business district, Nariman Point, was named after former corporator Khursheed Framji Nariman. Nariman Point is located on land reclaimed from the sea. It houses some of the premier business establishments such as Air India, Central Bank of India, Indian Express, Mittal Towers, State Bank of India, The Oberoi Hotel and so on. Nariman Point is situated on the southern tip of Marine Drive. Nariman Point is the leading business center in Mumbai, previously called Bombay. Located on the southern end of Marine Drive in South Mumbai, Nariman Point owes its name to Khusheed Framji Nariman – a futurist Parsi, who wished to retrieve the land from the sea in 1940. The area was developed by filling the shallows of the Arabian Sea by imported steel architectural frames along with debris and cement, which eventually gave rise to a solid platform. This one of the most popular and premier business district. Named after Khurshid Framji Nariman, the area was retrieved from the sea. The area is situated on the extreme southern tip of Marine Drive. Nirman Point houses premiere business establishment headquarters. Situated on the southern tip of Marine drive, Nirman point is a home to many premiere business establishments such as Air India, Central Bank of India, Indian Express, Mittal Towers, State Bank of India, The Oberoi Hotel and so on. Nariman Point is Mumbai’s major business district. It is named after Khusheed Framji Nariman, a visionary Parsi, who proposed to reclaim the land from the sea in the year 1940. The region was developed with steely architectural guts filling in the shallows of the Arabian Sea. Dumping the debris in the shallows a solid platform was built with reinforced cement and imported steel, setting up of what exists today in the form of Nariman Point. Nariman Point today is a bustling commercial hub with the offices of almost all corporate and industrial houses. The place is dotted with several high-rise building that replicate the stunning aura of Manhattan look in India. You can find all the airline offices, most of the consulates and high commission of various countries here. Nariman Point also is home to Maharashtra Legislative Assembly and Vidhan sabha.

What Nariman Point is today, is the outcome of the efforts and more essentially the vision that Khusheed had. This lively commercial hub has offices and headquarters of most of the premier business and industrial houses in the country. Dotted with many skyscrapers, Nariman Point reproduces the astonishing appearance of Manhattan and probably that’s why it is also called as ‘Manhattan’ of Mumbai.Nariman Point one of the posh areas of Mumbai. Nariman Point is a hub of business. However with the change in the economic conditions the corporate are slowly shifting to the other area of Mumbai. The corporates are shifting to the areas like Mahim, Parel, Worli, Andheri, Bandra, and Powai. There is some of the top class like the Oberoi. There are number of Airlines Offices in this area. All the major Banks are located in here. Mumbai fame, Mittal towers and the Birla Bhavan are too located in Nariman Point. Nariman Point is the manhattan of Mumbai as it boosts of a spectacular skyline and pricy residential condos. The major and main financial district as it is termed, Nariman Point. The political headquarters of the state of Maharashtra, Vidhya Bhavan is also located in here, Nariman Point. Nariman Point is in the clutches of the skyscrapers. In 1995, Nariman Point had the highest commercial real estate rental space in the world. Bragging of an impressive skyline and high-priced residential condos, Nariman Point has the head offices of both national and international companies. Here, one can see the majority of the consulates, airline offices and high commission of foreign countries. Maharashtra Legislative Assembly and Vidhan Bhavan – the political headquarters of Maharashtra, are also located here.

Areas Under Nariman Point Mumbai:

• Marine Drive
• Marine Lines

Shopping At Nariman Point Mumbai:

Nariman Point has become a hub for shopping too along with being a business hub. There are also many entertainment sources like the Inbox multiplex.

How to Reach Nariman Point Mumbai:

Reaching Nariman Point is easy. As Mumbai’s major commercial hub it is easily accessible from any part of the city by auto, taxi, buses or locals. One can easily reach Nariman Point by boarding buses or trains, or by hiring autos or taxis from the city. Reaching here is very easy. Rail and road ways are well built to reach this place. A tourist cannot miss Nariman Point , as it is very beautiful due to its amazing location.

Mumbai Central is 5 km. from Nariman Point.

Distance between Domestic Airport and Nariman Point is 25 km. approx. 3.5 km. from CST.

20 minutes from Eastern Express Highway.

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• Lalbaugcha Raja 2011 Visarjan Date Is September 11 Sunday

The festival of Lord Ganesha starts from Gaensh Chaturthi and ends with Ganesh Visarjan date is 11th of September 2011, Sunday. Ganesh Utsav the celebration of Ganesh Jayanti or Vinayak Chaturthi.

The Lalbaugcha Raja 2011 Visarjan Routes and Timing:

The VISARJAN procession of the Lalbaugcha Raja will start at 10:00 AM on 11th September 2011 from Lalbaug market. In order to make the arrangements for the VISARJAN procession, no devotee will be allowed to stand in the NAVAS line after 10pm of 9 September 2011. And similarly the MUKH DARSHAN line of the Lalbaugcha Raja will not be available after 00:00 hrs of 11 September 2011 The VISARJAN procession will take the traditional route i.e. Lalbaug, Bharat Mata theatre, Lalbaug, Sane Guruji Marg, Byculla Rly. station (w), Clare Road, Nagpada, Dunkan Road, Don Taki, Sant Sena Maharaj Marg (Kumbharwada), Suthar Gully, Madhav Baug, C.P. Tank, V.P. Road, Opera House, Girgaon Chowpati. (ref: lalbaugcharaja.in)

About Lalbaugcha Raja Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal:

• Location: GD Ambedkar Road, Lalbaug (central Mumbai).
• Nearest Railway Station: Walking distance from Lower Parel, Curry Road, and Chinchpolki stations.
• Waiting Time: Can be 20 hours or more in the navas line. General line takes around five hours.
• When to Visit: It’s open around the clock. However, the busiest time is in the evening until midnight.

Located at Lalbaug market, Lalbaugcha Raja is one of the oldest sarvajanik (public) Ganesh festivals of Mumbai established in 1934.

During the pre-Independence era, the festival was used as a platform by the prominent leaders to generate opinion against the British empire.

All those devoties who visit LALBAUG cha RAJA every Ganesh Utsav or believe in him. Each idol is atleast 20-30ft high and this community will bring us closer to LALBAUG cha RAJA…

The Mandal was established prior to Independence along with being religious, as per the inspiration and teaches of Lokmanya Tilak. The aim of the mandal was to create awakening among the Indians to fight for freedom from the British Rule.

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Address : Grant Road, Mumbai – 400007

Joss Restaurant

Telephone : +(91)-(22)-66356908,66334233
Mobile : +(91)-9821026507,9967568888
Email : farrokh@cateringandallied.com
joss@cateringandallied.com
Website : www.jossrestaurant.com
Address : Opp Jehangir Art Gallery, 30k Dubhash Marg, Fountain, Mumbai – 400023

Joss Restaurant

Telephone : +(91)-(22)-67305531
Email : farrokh@cateringandallied.com
joss@cateringandallied.com
Website : www.jossrestaurant.com
Address : Opp Jehangir Art Gallery, 30k Dubhash Marg, Fountain, Mumbai – 400023

India Jones Restaurant

Telephone : +(91)-(22)-66325757,66326330,66324343,66326041
Website : www.hilton.com
Address : C/O Hilton Towers, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400021

Pan Asian Restaurant

Telephone : +(91)-40341895,40341800,28303030
Website : www.itcwelcomgroup.in
Address : C/O Itc Grand Maratha Sheraton & Tower, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri E, – 400059

Joss Restaurant Fountain

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Website : www.jossrestaurant.com
Address : Opp Jehangir Art Gallery Nxt Rhythm Hse Kalaghoda, 30 K Dubash Mg, Fort, Mumbai – 400001

Joss Restaurant

Telephone : +(91)-(22)-65356908,65334233
Email : joss@cateringandallied.com
Website : www.jossrestaurant.com
Address : Opp Jehangir Art Gallery Nxt Rhythm Hse, 30 K Dubash Mg, Fountain, Mumbai – 400023

Busaba Restaurant & Lounge Bar

Telephone : +(91)-(22)-67305665
Fax : +(91)-(22)-22885027
Email : gary.saldanha@gmail.com
Website : www.busaba.net
Address : Garden Chalet, Off Colaba Causeway,behind Taj Mahal Hotel, 4,mandlik Road, Colaba, Mumbai – 400005