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Beaches
Chowpatty
 Chowpatty
Beach is situated at the end of Marine Drive and at the foot
of Malabar Hills. People come here to relax and enjoy the cool sea
breeze after dusk.
Ferris wheels, hand-operated merry-go-rounds,
and rows of stalls offering mouth-watering delights like bhelpuri
and kulfi create a carnival-like atmosphere, along with
snake charmers and pony rides. One should beware of pick-pockets
and eunuchs here.
Getting there
Nearest station: Charni Road (Western Railway)
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| Juhu
Beach
 A
beach like no other, Juhu has a distinct character. This
stretch of beach does not provide luxuries like sun bathing or swimming,
but is good for a day out with the family. The real attraction is
the carnival atmosphere that develops on weekend afternoons and
evenings. Vendors of pav bhaji, bhelpuri, sev puri,
dosas, idlis, and iced gollas (sweetened flavoured
chrushed ice) add to the festivities, which include horse rides,
shooting ranges with balloons, and children rides.
In the 1960s, Juhu Beach came into the limelight when reputed danseuse
Protima Gauri Bedi streaked the beach ‘Full Monty.’ Juhu is
home to the most glamourous Bollywood stars like Amitabh Bachchan,
Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik Roshan.
The only negative factor – swindlers and yarn
spinners handle most of the joyrides and games. Check the price
before you sit on a ride or play a game, otherwise you might end
up paying ten times the original price. There is a police station
right on the beach in case you get into trouble.
Getting there
Juhu is 25 kms north of the city centre,
not far from the Mumbai Airports. One can catch a train from Churchgate
Station to Santacruz or Vile Parle, and take Bus No. 231 from there
straight to Juhu.
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| Gorai
Gorai lies
tucked amidst lush green mangroves and is a pristine and isolated
beach where one can stroll on soft sands. There are about 24 cottages
(shanties) available on hire.
Getting there
Steamer services:
A ferry is available from Gorai Creek (Borivili West) and Marve
beach (Malad West). After crossing the creek, Gorai beach is 4 kilometres
away. One can walk along the tarred road and enjoy the village scene,
or take an autorickshaw (Rs 35/- one way). There are restaurants
at the beach, but packing your own food and water is recommended.
By Road: Take
the road off Western Express Highway via Bhayander.
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