Mumbai Beaches

Chowpatty Beach is in the heart of Mumbai. Chowpatty has rich historical links to the freedom movement; several important meetings were organized here during the freedom struggle. At present, this is where images of Ganesha are immersed after the ten days of Ganesh Chaturthi. Though the beaches remain empty throughout the day, it is a hub of activity in the evenings. On this beach the most famous are the Kiosks. These stalls sell all kinds of Chatt & Tikki and who can forget the famous Bhelpuri of Chowpatty. On the beach itself is a small colony of the original inhabitants of Mumbai, The Koli fishermen who can be seen drying their catch or mending their nets. Statues of Lokmanya Tilak and Sardar Patel, two of the most outstanding Maharashtrian freedom fighters, stand on the beach.

Situated 30 km from the city, it is a crowded beach with residential apartments and bungalows surrounding it. It seems as if the entire population of the area descends on the beach for a breath of fresh air! The central part has food stalls again, similar to Chowpatty . and a lot more, in terms of fun rides for children.

Beyond are the attractive beaches of Marve and Manori, approximately 19 miles from Mumbai. Both are pleasant for bathing. Marve boasts of a 5-star resort hotel for a weekend retreat. On the way is Madh Beach, another favourite picnic spot. Tomboy, a picturesque fishing village 16 miles from Mumbai, has some fine scenery. Here is situated India's largest atomic plant.