Do you know how many citizens are in Bombay (Mumbai nowadays, but
we prefer it old-school)? 20.5 million, including the suburbs. This is what the
latest 2011 census says. But take a drive from Colaba to Bandra or a ride on
the Central or Western train lines that take you to the suburbs and you will
understand that the stats don’t even come close to the real number!
Suburbs are
chaotic, crowded, polluted, dirty and… AUTHENTIC!
If you really want to
know the true life of a city like Bombay go there and shop!
High Street Phoenix and Palladium Mall in Lower Parel
Over 3.3 million square feet of space, more then 500 brands and a huge
variety of F&B and entertainment – you’ll be spoilt for choice! For
shopping freaks this is the place to visit! Chanel, Gucci, Diesel, Armani,
DKNY, Mango, Zara, Jimmy Choo and lots more. For a pampering break visit the Jean-Claude
Biguine Salon & Spa. Or catch a Bollywood movie at PVR Cinemas. For a bite Indigo
Deli is a must. Treat yourself at the new Häagen Dazs cafe or grab a quick Cappuccino
at one of the three Costa Coffee outlets.
How to get there: Take a cab and directly ask for Phoenix Mills in Lower
Parel. If you are a woman and decide to take a local train (which is definitely
the best solution to escape traffic), travel only on the ladies’ coaches and
AVOID peak hours (from 8.30 a.m. to10.30 a.m. & 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.). On the
Central line get off at Parel or Currey Road & on the Western line get off
at Lower Parel station – and take a cab.
Bandra West
Bandra is Bollywood. Bandra is trendy. Bandra is the suburb where most
of the movie stars live and where fashion walks on the roads! To explore it you
will need a full day and just walking around is the best way to explore. But
for the ones who like a detailed agenda I would suggest starting from Hill Rd,
where the street stalls are. Walk to Linking Rd through Waterfield Rd, which is
full of small unusual boutiques and jewellery shops. When you reach
Linking Rd do not miss the open shoes market and if you don’t find anything go
to Très Mode. Take rest sipping a coffee and eating a delicious Millionaire
Brownie at Theobrama, in front of KFC. In case you are looking for a place to
grab a meal go to Global Fusion (which is in the same building as Theobrama):
amazing interiors, good Asian Food and Sushi. For a wine-only menu, you want to
visit Pali Village Caffe. To say goodbye to Bandra, watch the sunset in Cafe
Coffee Day in Carter Road.
How to get there: Coming from the city, take a taxi mentioning the Sea
Link Bridge – lovely and faster. By train, Harbour line from CST, Western line
from Churchgate.
Images: cnngo, Girly Hour
the rest belongs to ©inindiaperamore
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