About Mumbai

Commonly known as ‘Bombay’ until 1996, Mumbai is the commercial capital of India. Its original name "Bombay" emerged from the Portugal term "Bom Bahai" meaning good bay or harbour. The city was formed by the reclamation of 7 islands on the central-western coast along the Arabian Sea. Mumbai lies 1400 km west of the Indian capital, New Delhi. It is also known as Manchester of India. Mumbai boomed into a textile city in the 19th Century. With the opening up of the Suez Canal in 1869 the city's future as India's primary port, was assured. Now it is the second biggest city in the world. The glamour of a prolific film industry, cricket on the open areas on weekends, bhel puri (Indian snack) on the Chowpatty beach and red double-decker buses symbolizes the sprit of the city.

The Taj hotels in Mumbai include The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Taj Lands End, Taj President and Taj Wellington Mews Luxury Residences. All the 4 Taj hotels in Mumbai offer the best in luxury and comfort besides being equipped with state-of-the-art conference facilities for conferences and seminars.

The Taj Wellington Mews Luxury Residences situated in south Mumbai consists of beautifully designed service apartments. These luxury service apartments in Mumbai offer world class amenities. The premises also include a spa, gym and swimming pool.

Quick Facts

Average temperature in Mumbai in Celsius.


Oct-Feb: 20°c - 35°c
Mar-Apr: 25°c - 35°c
May: 25°c - 35°c
Jun-Sep: 28°c - 35°c


Area: 440 sq km
Population: 15 mn
Language: Marathi, Hindi, English


Taj Hotels in Mumbai

» Taj Lands End
» Taj President
» Taj Wellington Mews Luxury Residences
» The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower