Spotlight - 10.2019

10/2019 Spotlight 27

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TRAVEL

With a population of over 22 million,

India’s financial capital is one of the most

densely populated cities in the world. A

mega-megapolis on the country’s west

coast, where slums, skyscrapers, grime

and glamour coexist in an alternate,

chaotic universe, Mumbai — formerly

known as, and still fondly called, Bombay

— is an island city of immigrants. People

from all over India come here to make

their dreams come true.

India’s most populous city (and

second most populous metropolitan

region) can overwhelm you at first. If

you’re here for just a few days, it may

seem difficult to choose from among

the many things to do, all while battling

Mumbai’s terrible traffic. The trick lies

in keeping your mind open, alert yet ad-

venturous. Embrace the chaos and you’ll

be rewarded with Mumbai’s lively spir-

it, diverse cultures and youthful charm.

Despite the fast pace of life, Mumbaikars

are famously friendly. You’ll find it easy

to move around with a basic knowledge

of English and a ready smile.

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, hier: parallel

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The Gateway of

India in Mumbai,

capital of the state

of Maharashtra