Top Reasons to Go to Mumbai (Bombay) and Maharashtra

All of India in One City: Mumbai is both modern and old-fashioned, rich and poor, beautiful and ugly—all of India concentrated in one metropolis.

One Big Feast: Whether it's down-home seafood joints or upscale temples to gastronomy, many of Mumbai's restaurants are the best in India.

A Taste of India's Bazaars: The buzz of a typical Indian bazaar is fascinating—Mumbai is packed with them. Time to get shopping.

Look for Meditation and Peace: Pune is famed for yoga and other ways to seek inner tranquility.

The Astonishing Caves: The carvings and paintings of the caves of Ellora and Ajanta have awe-inspiring beauty.