While learning any language takes more than an age for human being, we all need to pick up on the basics of the language of the natives to get the best cooperation and hence most comfort when on tour. Here is an attempt to translate few of the frequently used marathi words..a 10 minute dictionary for you.
Hello
Namaskaar
Welcome
Swaagat (formal) / Yaa (informal)
How are you?
Kasey aahat?
Fine
Bara ahey (men) / Bari ahey(women)
Glad to meet you
Tumhala bhetun aanand zhaala
What...
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Around Mumbai
Source: anytimetourinfo.comAlibag (112 Kms): This fine beach resort was the home of Shivaji’s admiral, Angre. There are two sea forts known as Khanderi and Undheri. Nearby, Chaul is an old fortress town. It is also convinient base for visiting Kihim and Nagaon beaches. This resort is well connected by road with Mumbai via Panvel and Pen.Ambarnath (70 Kms): The Hindu pilgrim centre is famous for thr 11th century Somnath temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also popular picnic spot connected by...
Beaches of Mumbai
Source: anytimetourinfo.comChowpatty Beach: The popular beach in the heart of Mumbai has a special place in the life of Mubaites. It is the venue for important festivals like Coconut day and Ganesh Chathurthi Immersions.Erangal Beach: 35 Kms by suburban electric train to Malad, thence by road. Hotels and Shacks are available at this lovely beach.Goral Beach: The clean and calm beach of Gorai, is located 59 km from the city center, nearest railhead is Borivali, from there by bus or auto to Gorai...
Some Sacred Sites
Source: anytimetourinfo.comBabulnath Temple: This temple of Lord Shiva to the south of Malabar Hill, was built in 1780 and a tall spire was added to the structure in 1900. It enshrines a black stone Shivalingam and idols of various gods and godesses.Bholeshwar Temple: It is dedicated to Lord Shiva also known as Bholeshwar(the pure one). The temple is covered with brass plates and has a red flag adorned with representations of the sun and moon.ISKON or Hare Rama Hare Krishna Temple: The Magnificient...
Parks, Gardens and Amusement Parks
Source: anytimetourinfo.comKamla Nehru Park: The children’s park named after the wife of Jawahar Lal Nehru is perched on the beautiful slopes of Malabar Hill. It was laid in 1952 and commands a panoramic view of marine drive and chowpatty beach. The “Old Womans Shoe” along with the swings and slides in the park are centre of attraction for children.Pherozshah Mehta Gardens ( Hanging Garden) : This beautiful garden was laid out in 1881, atop a water reservoir. It is also a popular picnic spot and...
Reaching Mumbai
Source: anytimetourinfo.comReaching There:Airport: Mumbai has two airports Sahar(international) & Santacruz(domestic)Railhead: It is one of the important railway centres of the country.Road: National Highways No. 3,4,6,8,9 and 17 radiate from the ci...
Museums, Memorials and Planetoriums
Source: anytimetourinfo.comBahu Daji Lad Museum( Victoria & Albert Museum): The museum amidst lush veermata Jijabai Bhonsle Udyan was originally established in 1855, as a treasure house of the decorative and industrial arts. Today it has a rich collection of archeological finds, original maps, photographs, prints and paintings depicting the history of Mumbai. The museum was honoured with an award of Excellence by UNESCO under its Asia-Pacific Heritage awards for culture heritage conservation...
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