1 Apollo Bunder Mumbai Maharashtra, 400 001 India Location Summary 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. Directions to Hotel From The International Airport-take A Left Onto The Western Express Highway Towards South Mumbai And Continue To Drive Straight Towards Colaba Through The City. The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel Is Opposite The Gateway Of India. From The Domestic Airport-take A Left Onto The Western Express Highway Towards South Mumbai And Continue To Drive Straight Towards Colaba Through The City. The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel Is Opposite The Gateway Of India. Note Bene Since it opened in 1903, the hotel has created its own unique history, hosting everyone from Maharajas and Princes to various Kings, Presidents, CEOs and entertainers. Built in 1903, the hotel brings together Moorish, Oriental and Florentine styles. Offering views of the Arabian Sea and the Gateway of India, the hotel displays contemporary Indian influences along with vaulted alabaster ceilings, onyx columns, graceful archways, hand-woven silk carpets, crystal chandeliers, a magnificent art collection, an eclectic collection of furniture, and a dramatic cantilever stairway. Over the past century, the hotel has amassed a diverse collection of paintings and works of art. From Belgian chandeliers to Goan Christian artifacts, the hotel incorporates a myriad of artistic styles and tastes. Commonly known as "Bombay" until 1996, Mumbai is the commercial capital of India. Banquets & Meetings Twelve rooms accomodate up to 2, 000 people Business Center Five rooms with internet access, PCs, laptops, cell phones, portable printers, secretarial services and more Executive Retreat Boardroom seating for 12 persons Fine Dining on Site Restaurants serve Chinese, Japanese, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisines, there is also a cigar andmartini bar Fitness Center Steam room and sauna High Speed Internet Wireless broadband internet access Spa Facility JIVA spa offers classic, oriental and aromatherapy treatments, massages and yoga Boating Luxury yacht cruise to Elephanta Island Golfing Arrangements can be made for golf outings Source: www.fivestaralliance.com