9 Indian Cities and Their Historical Facts

BENGALURU: The rapid urbanization has shaped many cities in the country, thus Indian cities are now globally recognized for their specialized development. One for business, another for Information and technology; our cities are rocking in every sector. But, how many of us know about the rich history of our mega cites?
Thus here goes amazing facts of Indian metropolises, as compiled by Top10Wala.  

Mumbai:

The financial capital of the country, Mumbai is the biggest metropolitan in the country. Previously, the city was called as Bombay and was named by a Portuguese explorer Francis Almeida, later it was renamed as Mumbai 1995. Before emerging as a consolidated city, it was an assembly of seven islands Bombay Island, Parel, Mazagaon, Mahim, Colaba, Worli, and Old Woman’s Island. In addition, Marathi fishing community is considered as the foremost settlers in the region.

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