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Whether you’ve lived in Mumbai all your life or moved recently, the fast-paced city can be overwhelming at times. Though there is plenty to do in this great metropolis, there are bound to be times when you would like to get away. Luckily, Mumbai has some of the most stunning places for a great weekend getaway. Here are some of the best places for a weekend getaway close to the city. Karnala Bird Sanctuary:   If you enjoy bird-watching, this is a great place for you. About 60km from Mumbai on the Mumbai-Goa highway, the Karnala Bird Sanctuary is home to 150 species of birds and many migrate here as well. The sanctuary is located on the Sahayadri range, making it a lovely holiday spot for families. If you don’t have the luxury of a two day weekend, this is close enough for a day trip too.  Pawna Lake: Located about 10 km away from Kamshet, this artificial lake is very popular for a weekend out of town. The best way to get back to nature after spending so much ...

Mumbai a cosmopolitan metropolis, earlier known as Bombay is largest city of India and one of the most populated cities in the world. The city of Mumbai is situated on the central west coast of India along the Arabian Sea. Apart from this, it also has some major universities, museums, theaters, galleries.  Mumbai is a good entry point for traveler in India because you can find both Western standards and discover something new. Day 1:  Start your day in the most touristic neighborhood Colaba. First landmark to visit is Gateway of India, built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and his wife Maria von Teck to Mumbai Its dome shaped structure and magnificent architecture makes it is one of the popular landmarks of the city. Facing this, there is Taj Hotel, which is one among the majestically built hotels in India. On moving further you can find one of the popular museums, The Prince of Wales Museum where you can see objects from field of art archelog...