Friday, January 21, 2011

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Culture and population of Mumbai

The Culture and population of Mumbai , is diverse. At present the population of Mumbai is around 18 millions and the density of population in the city is around 45, 662 persons per square kilometers. A survey conducted on the population of Mumbai's population suggests that more than 50% of the city's total population is of non Maharashtrian identity. Throughout India nowhere one can see such varied and diverse population. Among the major groups that has made Bombay their home away from home are the Gujratis, the South Indians, the Parsis and Sindhis and a large number of people from the states of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar that are scattered all over the city. It is also worthy to note that almost half of the total population dwells in the slums.
Culture of Mumbai:

Mumbai is regarded as one of the most liberal and cosmopolitan cities of India. The residents of Mumbai are called as Mumbaikar . Life in Mumbai is very fast paced. Mumbai has one of the largest networks of local trains in the world. Most of the folks here prefer to stay in proximity to a railway station for an easy access to the metropolis. Many people particularly the city dwellers are left with very little time for leisurely activities due to a significant amount of their time spent in commuting. The city embraces many concepts that are a taboo in many other prominent Indian cities. There is a carefree attitude in the air of Mumbai. Undoubtedly the city can be stated as a melting pot of numerous cultures from different parts of India.
Cultural aspects of Mumbai: I

It won't be wrong to state Mumbai as a microcosm of India. Even though the city is overcrowded in every available space there is a uniqueness that reflects in every aspect of the culture of city such as the food, festivals, architecture, and art. When it comes to food Mumbai is really a junction of multi cuisine foods and fast foods. There is a lot culinary variety like South Indian, Chinese, Mughlai, Thai, Mexican, and Lebanese apart from Mumbai's own popular items like Vada Pavs and Bhel Puri . Mumbai is one of the few cities of India that celebrates almost each and every festival of the Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Parsis and the numerous other communities that dwell in the city. Among the most famous celebrations are the Ganesha festivals, diwali, holi, Christmas, Id, and Moharram. Due to the culture and population of Mumbai , the city remains the most popular city in India.

Hotels in Mumbai
Sun-n-sand Hotel Marine Plaza hotel
Mirador Hotel Eastern International Hotel
Ramee Guestline Hotel Gordon House Hotel

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