Mapping Bombay’s metamorphosis from imperial fort city to modern megapolis
From seven islands to a city of 20 million, Bombay (now Mumbai) has been shaped over centuries by political, economic and social forces. From Koli fisherfolk to colonial planners, and from Bollywood stars to textile barons, many have shaped the western Indian city’s landscape and identity. The city is ever-evolving, the past giving way to…
