Historic cities, lush hills, and sun-soaked beaches, all within easy reach.
The sea, the architecture, the food—there’s so much to love about Mumbai. But with the endlessly snarled traffic, the overwhelming crowds, and the constant sensory saturation, there’s also a lot not to love. Getting out, even just for a day, even if you’re only visiting, is sometimes necessary, not just for pleasure, but to maintain your sanity. While the city’s sheer density can make it feel as inescapable as a black hole, the metro area is actually fairly compact and surrounded by historic cities, lush hills, and sun-soaked beaches, all within easy reach. Whenever I need to recharge myself, these are my favorite jaunts.
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