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India's financial capital, located on the west coast, originally consisted of seven individual islands inhabited by small fishing communities, which have since joined together and grown into this cosmopolitan city, known today as Mumbai. Called Bombay until 1995, the city was developed during the mid 18th century, developing into India's trading post. In 1947 India became independent, creating the new state of Maharashtra with Bombay as the capital.
Ever since the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, the principal gateway to India has been Mumbai. Mumbai offers endless sightseeing options. The Jain Temple, regarded as the prettiest building in the city, offers great views, as does the Tower of Silence. As well as these, the terraced Hanging Gardens, perched on Malabar Hill, provide lovely vistas over the Arabian Sea.
Embark on this incredible adventure travelling south along India's west coast by rail. Explore an array of India's most impressive sights, from bustling Mumbai and the old port of Mangaluru, as we travel on the famous Konkan Railway.
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Discover the heritage of Royal Rajasthan on this Indian odyssey travelling across enthralling India, from Amritsar to Mumbai. Delve into the history of the Maharajas, and discover centuries of heritage and iconic architecture as you watch the sun set over the Taj Mahal.
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Take a decadent tour of India's vibrant colours on this luxurious tour. From the Golden Temple of Amritsar to the ancient heritage of Mumbai, our Indian adventure takes in the very best of India's treasures, from its UNESCO World Heritage sites to its breathtaking wildlife, all the while staying in 5-Star comfort, with a range of carefully-picked hotels, and 7 nights on board the incomparable Deccan Odyssey.
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By Lorna Heatley
7 June 2018
India has to be one of the most colourful countries in the world. From the vibrant celebration clothes worn by both men and women, decorated in extraordinary amounts of beadwork and mirrors.
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By Lorna Heatley
16 August 2017
70 years ago, on the 15th of August 1947 India became the country that we know and love today. Following the departure of the British after nearly 200 years of what is known as the ‘British Raj’ (or ‘British Rule’), India suffered a period of turmoil, with Pakistan off from India, but it has since risen to become one of the main superpowers of the modern world.
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By Sukie Chapman
17 July 2015
See the country united by colour on luxury train tours in India. In this blog we celebrate yellow, colour of the sun, and it’s warming, healing qualities.
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It was everything we wanted and expected - a great tour of many interesting places, with excellent hotels, great food and super company.