My first trip to India was a blast. Spent a week in Mumbai through work and found the people and culture warm and fascinating. Despite the suffocating traffic and torrential downpours (it was Monsoon season), my experience was amazing.
Below is an area where they perform massive laundry. You can imagine my surprise that there weren't any Koreans there. (Hey, I can say that, you can't. I know it's not fair.)
The famous Gateway to India. Was built when the British were booted out.
Largest train terminal. Looks like an ideal setting for a sci-fi movie. Lots of folks live in the suburbs and take the train into work. Real estate costs in Mumbai are higher than Manhattan. Generally over $1,000/sq ft. Ouch! The average person's yearly income in India is $490 USD. Hmmm...
Many British influences around town and traces of the Portugese, who ruled Mumbai first. It was a lot to take in. All in all, a great trip, would like to hit up Goa, Bangalore, and Delhi next time.
While I was there, the first Indian individual Gold Medal in the country's history was won. Congrats Bindra! Supposedly the dude is single. Ladies?
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