Author: Chabria Priya Sarukkai
Place: New Delhi
Publisher: Niyogi Books
Year: 2013
Pages: 278
ISBN: 987-93-81523-68-1
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: Bombay
Keyword: Bhlueshwar, Kalbadevi, Dadar Matunga, Bibliography
Shelf: C5R3
Accession No: B1279
Contents: Inside the Labyrinth Introduction Concrete to Basalt Mosaics of Movement South to North: From Old to New Immersions Can ride through Bombay/ Mumbai
Abstract: Bombay/Mumbai Immersions explores the city’s rich and layered identity through its historical and cultural landscapes. Starting with the city’s complex urban fabric, described as a labyrinth, it highlights Mumbai’s foundational elements, from concrete to basalt. The journey captures the vibrant “Mosaics of Movement,” reflecting the lively flow of daily life. Moving geographically and historically from south to north, it traces Mumbai’s transformation from colonial Bombay to a modern metropolis, showcasing the blend of tradition and progress. The experience concludes with an immersive ride through the city, revealing its diverse textures, rhythms, and evolving character.