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This portion of the map features the rather large advertisement by HP Gas. Note that it is written in both English and “Hinglish” but features Indian persons, and so is aimed towards a multilingual Mumbaikar community.
The flipside of the map, which displays a key, index, and sizable commercial advertisement.
A map published by Eicher Goodearth Ltd. of Mumbai roads and landmarks, and used in a promotional advertisement by Hindustan Petroleum Ltd. – “HP Gas.”
An 1887 map of Bombay created by the tourist agency, Thomas Cook & Son.
The seas of crowds utilizing the railroads are as colorful as the city.
Bombay's trains were notorious for its congestion. Instances where people held on to the train from the exterior were common occurrences.
The overflowing poor populous of the city utilize the streets and open water as places for practical necessities, such as baths.
Embodying the radical disparity of wealth in the city, streets provide easy transportation for its rich and places to sleep for Bombay's poorest citizens.
A grimmier side to a city that is not featured on the map, Bombay's Faulkland Road is notorious for its red light district and young girl prostitutes.
A grimmier side to a city that is not featured on the map, Bombay's Faulkland Road is notorious for its red light district and young girl prostitutes.