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Background imageBombay Collection: HMS BOMBAY BURNING, 1865. The burning of HMS Bombay off Montivedeo, Uruguay

HMS BOMBAY BURNING, 1865. The burning of HMS Bombay off Montivedeo, Uruguay, with a loss of nearly 100 lives, 1865. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

Background imageBombay Collection: INDIA: COTTON TRADE, 1862. Weighing cotton for the English market at Bombay, India

INDIA: COTTON TRADE, 1862. Weighing cotton for the English market at Bombay, India. Wood engraving, English, 1862

Background imageBombay Collection: BOMBAY: ORGAN, 1865. Organ at the Cathedral Church of Bombay. Wood engraving, English, 1865

BOMBAY: ORGAN, 1865. Organ at the Cathedral Church of Bombay. Wood engraving, English, 1865

Background imageBombay Collection: INDIA: BOMBAY WATERWORKS. The inlet tower of the Vehar Reservoir

INDIA: BOMBAY WATERWORKS. The inlet tower of the Vehar Reservoir, source of water for the city of Bombay, India. Wood engraving, English, 1856

Background imageBombay Collection: SHIPWRECK, 1866. The Peninsular and Oriental screw-steamer Jeddo ashore near Bombay, India

SHIPWRECK, 1866. The Peninsular and Oriental screw-steamer Jeddo ashore near Bombay, India
SHIPWRECK, 1866. The Peninsular and Oriental screw-steamer " Jeddo" ashore near Bombay, India. Wood engraving, English, 1866

Background imageBombay Collection: TEXTILE MANUFACTURE, 1862. Weighing cotton at Bombay for the English market

TEXTILE MANUFACTURE, 1862. Weighing cotton at Bombay for the English market. Cotton manufacture, India. Wood engraving, English, 1862

Background imageBombay Collection: HENRY MORTON STANLEY (1841-1904) and Sidi Mubarak Bombay (1820-1885)

HENRY MORTON STANLEY (1841-1904) and Sidi Mubarak Bombay (1820-1885) on the 1871 expedition into central Africa to search for David Livingstone. Wood engraving, 1890, after Godefroy Durand

Background imageBombay Collection: INDIA: BOMBAY, 1859. The David Sassoon Industrial and Reformatory Institution at Bombay, India

INDIA: BOMBAY, 1859. The David Sassoon Industrial and Reformatory Institution at Bombay, India. English wood engraving, 1859

Background imageBombay Collection: EAST INDIA COMPANY, 1767. Bombay Green in 1767. The buildings, servants

EAST INDIA COMPANY, 1767. Bombay Green in 1767. The buildings, servants, and troops of the English East India Company at Bombay in 1767. Engraving after a contemporary drawing

Background imageBombay Collection: Cycling lessons - Mumbai, India

Cycling lessons - Mumbai, India
Cycling lessons for Indian Women in Mumbai, India. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBombay Collection: A magical musical comedy, Bimbo of Bombay

A magical musical comedy, Bimbo of Bombay. Date c1897

Background imageBombay Collection: Fleet of Standard cars for King and Queen in India

Fleet of Standard cars for King and Queen in India

Background imageBombay Collection: Parsi Fire Temple in Bombay

Parsi Fire Temple in Bombay
Parsi (Zoroastrian) Fire Temple in Bombay. Zoroastrianism is a religion and philosophy based on the teachings of prophet Zoroaster (aka Zarathustra)

Background imageBombay Collection: Lord Curzons Departure from Bombay

Lord Curzons Departure from Bombay
Lord Curzon described India as the dream of my childhood, the fulfilled ambition of my manhood. Here he is shown leaving from Bombay on 18th November 1905. Date: 4th November 1911

Background imageBombay Collection: Mumbai (Bombay), India - View from the Clocktower

Mumbai (Bombay), India - View from the Clocktower Date: circa 1907

Background imageBombay Collection: Vegetable Vendor - Bombay, India

Vegetable Vendor - Bombay, India
Vegetable Vendor - Mumbai (Bombay), India Date: circa 1930s

Background imageBombay Collection: Poona Division at Bombay Dock, India, WW1

Poona Division at Bombay Dock, India, WW1
Troops of the Poona Division embarking at Bombay Docks, India, for service in Mesopotamia at the start of the First World War. Date: October 1914

Background imageBombay Collection: Refitting an Arab Dhow in Mumbai Harbour, India

Refitting an Arab Dhow in Mumbai Harbour, India
Refitting an Arab Dhow in Mumbai (Bombay) Harbour, India Date: 1935

Background imageBombay Collection: RC Cathedral of the Holy Name, Mumbai, India

RC Cathedral of the Holy Name, Mumbai, India
Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Name, Mumbai, India Date: circa 1907

Background imageBombay Collection: Edward VII / India

Edward VII / India
As Prince of Wales, Edward arrives in Bombay at the start of his India tour Date: 8 November 1875

Background imageBombay Collection: Horse Racing / Bombay / 1847

Horse Racing / Bombay / 1847
The horse races at Aboo, in Bombay. Date: 1847

Background imageBombay Collection: India / Bombay Street 1931

India / Bombay Street 1931
Bombay: street scene with ox cart Date: 1931

Background imageBombay Collection: India / Bombay Street 1890

India / Bombay Street 1890
Bombay: street scene in the White Town Date: 1890s

Background imageBombay Collection: India / Bombay / Null Bazaar

India / Bombay / Null Bazaar
Bombay: Null Bazaar Date: early 20th century

Background imageBombay Collection: India / Bombay Street 1840

India / Bombay Street 1840
Bombay: busy street scene Date: circa 1840

Background imageBombay Collection: Cat - Bombay on hind legs in studio

Cat - Bombay on hind legs in studio
LA-8158 Cat - Bombay in studio Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBombay Collection: Cat - Bombay in studio licking paw

Cat - Bombay in studio licking paw
LA-8124 Cat - Bombay in studio licking paw Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBombay Collection: Cat - Bombay in studio on hind legs licking lips

Cat - Bombay in studio on hind legs licking lips
LA-8123 Cat - Bombay in studio on hind legs licking lips Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBombay Collection: Cat - Bombay in studio

Cat - Bombay in studio
LA-8125 Cat - Bombay in studio Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBombay Collection: Weighing cotton, India

Weighing cotton, India
Weighing cotton at Bombay for the English Market. A scribe with a parasol look on from above and makes notes

Background imageBombay Collection: Cotton Store, Bombay

Cotton Store, Bombay
A group of Indian cotton workers relax amongst the cotton bales

Background imageBombay Collection: Parsi Fire Temple near Dhobi Talao, Bombay

Parsi Fire Temple near Dhobi Talao, Bombay
Parsi (Indian Zoroastrian) Fire Temple near Dhobi Talao, Bombay (Mumbai), on a Parsi Holiday

Background imageBombay Collection: Ear Picker - India

Ear Picker - India
A wonderful postcard depicting an Indian ear picker and client in Bombay (Mumbai)

Background imageBombay Collection: Bombay - Dancing Girls

Bombay - Dancing Girls
Two dancing girls - Bombay

Background imageBombay Collection: Hindu Marriage ceremony - Bombay, India

Hindu Marriage ceremony - Bombay, India

Background imageBombay Collection: Poster advertising the Flying Ranee train service

Poster advertising the Flying Ranee train service, also known as Queen of the Western Coast, operating between Mumbai and Surat

Background imageBombay Collection: Indian cavalry rehearsing for royal visit, Bombay

Indian cavalry rehearsing for royal visit, Bombay
Indian cavalry rehearsing at the Apollo Bandar in Bombay, in preparation for the visit of King George V and Queen Mary for the Coronation Durbar

Background imageBombay Collection: Approaching Bombay by sea

Approaching Bombay by sea
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, showing passengers on board a ship, approaching Bombay

Background imageBombay Collection: India - Parsee Ladies

India - Parsee Ladies
India - Parsi (Parsee) Ladies chatting on some steps close to a pool in Bombay. A Parsi a member of the larger of the two Zoroastrian communities of the Indian subcontinent

Background imageBombay Collection: India - Van Gari Woman leading an Ox

India - Van Gari Woman leading an Ox and carrying cloth in a basket on on her head

Background imageBombay Collection: India - Indian Dancing Girl and Musicians

India - Indian Dancing Girl and Musicians
India - Indian Dancing Girl and two Musicians, one playing tabla drums and the other playing an unusual stringed instrument

Background imageBombay Collection: India - A happy country girl

India - A happy country girl
A jolly country girl in India from the region close to Bombay (Mumbai), holding a small sickle in her right hand and standing alongside a large bale of hay

Background imageBombay Collection: Diamond Jubilee Gathering at the Queens Statue, Bombay

Diamond Jubilee Gathering at the Queens Statue, Bombay
Loyal Diamond Jubilee Gathering in 1897 at the Queens Statue, Bombay

Background imageBombay Collection: India - Pigeon Post envelope

India - Pigeon Post envelope
A Pigeon Post envelope used to send a message to Vice Admiral Herbert Fitzherbert CB C.M.G from Kalyan to Bombay (a distance of thirty miles)

Background imageBombay Collection: Bombay (Mumbai) Policeman

Bombay (Mumbai) Policeman
Policeman in uniform from Bombay (Mumbai), India

Background imageBombay Collection: Tom Titt / Rudyard Kipling

Tom Titt / Rudyard Kipling
Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936), British writer and poet, born in Bombay, India

Background imageBombay Collection: Bombardment of Fort Masnaah, Gulf of Oman, 1874

Bombardment of Fort Masnaah, Gulf of Oman, 1874
Bombardment of Fort Masnaah, Gulf of Oman, by two vessels of the Royal Navy, H.M.S. Rifleman and H.M.S. Philomel and the Hugh Rose, a vessel from the Bombay Marine service



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"Bombay: A Melting Pot of Culture and Heritage" Welcome to Bombay, a city that encapsulates the essence of India like no other. Known as Mumbai today, this vibrant metropolis was once affectionately called Bombay. As you explore its streets, prepare to be enchanted by its unique blend of history, diversity, and architectural marvels. Start your journey at the iconic Gateway of India, standing tall against the backdrop of an enchanting evening sky. From the balcony of Taj Mahal Hotel, witness this magnificent structure that has welcomed countless visitors over the years. As you stroll through the bustling streets, you'll encounter remnants from Bombay's past. Admire a vintage poster showcasing the Bombay Baroda & Central India Railway – a testament to its rich transportation history. Catch sight of a double-decker bus parked outside Mumbai Municipal Corporation building - a symbol of modernity blending seamlessly with tradition. Don't miss witnessing nature's masterpiece as sunrise paints hues behind The Gateway to India. This breathtaking view will leave you in awe and remind you why Mumbai is often referred to as South Asia's crown jewel. For those seeking spiritual solace amidst urban chaos, visit Parsi Fire Temple - an oasis for Zoroastrians in Bombay. Here tranquility reigns supreme amid lush gardens and sacred flames burning bright. Immerse yourself further into Bombay's heritage by exploring Victoria Terminus – now known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus – an architectural gem that stands proud since colonial times. Marvel at its intricate details and grandeur that transports you back in time. Indulge in luxury at Taj Mahal Hotel Bombay where opulence meets impeccable hospitality. Let yourself be pampered while enjoying stunning views overlooking this captivating cityscape. And finally, take a glimpse into everyday life with Mumbai's municipal laundry scene - where clothes are washed meticulously along bustling riverbanks; it showcases both resilience and unity among locals working tirelessly.