Mumbai’s nightlife goes on ‘til late
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from £6, olivebarandkitchen.com), which offers a Sunday brunch menu of Mediterranean fare from top chef Manu Chandra. 14:30 Now you’ve refuelled, it’s time to dip into Mumbai’s spiritual side. Haji Ali Dargah (hajialidargah.in) is a prestigious landmark. The complex of domes and minarets, open to all, entombs a Muslim saint, and up to 30,000 devotees come here to pray at the weekends. You can only reach it by crossing a narrow pathway during low tide. 15:30 Next, visit one of Mumbai’s colourful Hindu temples. Siddhivinayak Temple (entry free, siddhivinayak.org) is where Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed destroyer of obstacles, is enshrined. 16:30 Time to get out in the sunshine at Marine Drive Chowpatty, one of the city’s cleanest beaches. You’ll receive some stares if you try and sunbathe here, though, especially if you’re female. Wander along the sand snacking on a cone of bhel puri instead – a mix of puffed rice and vegetables sold by street vendors. 18:00 Get a hearty curry down you in Copper Chimney, (12-A, Lotus Court, Dr. Annie Besant Road, tel +91 22 2492 5353), which serves some great paneer makhanwala – cottage cheese in a buttery tomato-based sauce. 20:00 Splash out on a final cocktail at Mumbai’s most scenic bar, Aer, where you can gaze at the skyline over a drink or two (cocktails approx £8, fourseasons.com). Fly direct from London Heathrow to Mumbai with Air India from £772 return book.airindia.in
Chowpatty Beach is one of the prettiest
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