India Guide
Mumbai
Central Mumbai
A kilometre or so north of CST (VT) station, lining the anarchic jumble of streets beyond Lokmanya Tilak Road, is Mumbai's bustling central bazaar district – a fascinating counterpoint to the wide and Westernized streets of downtown. In keeping with traditional divisions of guild, caste and religion, most streets specialize in one or two types of merchandise. If you lose your bearings, the best way out is to ask someone to wave you in the direction of Mohammed Ali Road, the busy road through the heart of the district (now surmounted by a gigantic flyover), from where you can hail a cab.
Other attractions in central Mumbai include the Marine Drive prom and famous Chowpatty beach; Malabar Hill beyond; and the fascinating Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum.