The most important and the most significant business centre of Mumbai, Nariman Point commands great value among the various localities of Mumbai. Founded in 1940, Nariman Point boasts of the most significant business addresses of India. Offices of almost all the major businesses house of India can be found in Nariman Point. This has become the most posh locality within Mumbai. In 1995, its commercial real estate rentals peaked to such a height that it earned the distinction of being the most expensive place in the world.
Nariman Point is located at the southernmost point of the spectacular Marine Drive which is itself counted among the famous beaches of Mumbai. The land where the Nariman Point is situated was reclaimed from the sea. And this place is located on the shores of Arabian Sea. It was due to the efforts of Parsi visionary, Khursheed Framji Nariman that Nariman Point took its shape and the place was named after him. Bombay Municipal Corporation corporate, Khurshid Nariman proposed the reclamation of land. And for this purpose, debris from all over Mumbai was collected and dumped at this place. A solid platform was built using concrete, cement and imported steel. The cost was too huge due to high cost of steel during the World War II. And this was the starting point for development of Nariman Point.
Fondly known as the Manhattan of Mumbai, Nariman Point is filled with spectacular high rises and highly expensive residential condos. Vidhya Bhawan, the political headquarters of state of Maharashtra are also located here at Nariman Pont.

Shopping
Besides being a business hub, Nariman Point is also the exciting shopping centre. There are stores of all major brands selling all kinds of goods for high end gentry. Besides, there are entertainment spots in the area like Inbox Multiplex.
How to reach here
Nariman Point is easily accessible from most of the famous sightseeing places in Mumbai. Nariman Point is comfortably connected to all the points of Mumbai. It can be reached by rail of road. Nariman Point looks quite attractive due to its beautiful location.

It finds special mention in Mumbai Travel Guides due to its location and business importance. |