The Indian port city of Mumbai, known as Bombay until 1996, is located on the island of Salsette, off the west coast of Maharashtra. Mumbai is not only India's economic center, it is also one of the most populous cities in the world with an estimated 14 million residents. The city has a wide variety of cultural eventy. It is known to be home to many artists of classic and modern indian music as well theaters and dance performances. Some of the most popular attractions include the Fort quarter in which many banks and companies have been established, as well as the neighbouring quarter of the Old Town. Off the coast, on a small island, you will also find the impressive Haji Ali Dargah Mosque.

Colombo is a popular trading port and has many attractions to offer. The most popular attraction is the town hall in the suburb of Cinnamon Gardens. Other notable buildings are located in the historic center, the fort of the city. An interesting mixture of colonial and modern architecture exists here.

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The tropical island of Penang lies on the west coast of Malaysia. The capital, Georgetown is a registered UNESCO World Heritage site since 2008. There are numerous temples, mosques and churches on the island. Of particular interest is the Ke Lok Si, the largest Chinese temple in Malaysia. Penang is known as a region of diversity and is often seen as a connection between Europe and Asia. Some argue that Penang offers the best food Malaysia has to offer and the island is fondly referred to as the 'Pearl of the Orient'.