What's 'your neighbourhood' story?

CST: SoBo at its best
Though CST is a big part of the neighbourhood, we know that there are tiny monuments that evoke memories in the vicinity. Friendships are forged and celebrated at the UK Juice Centre near Metro Cinema. They offer lip-smacking drinks to students like me who work with credit. I’ll take their cold coffee any day over those sold by most major coffee chains. Delicious pav bhaji is the speciality of Ahar, the little restaurant next to Azad Maidan. Speaking of which, many couples stroll under the romantic night sky at Azad Maidan. There’s a reason why people find this neighbourhood so appealing that they keep coming back.
-  Nadeesh Bhambi

Mazgaon: An amalgamation of cultures
My neighbourhood is a great place to stay. It is an amalgamation of cultures with Hindus and Muslims residing together. Byculla Market is nearby and there are churches, temples and mosques around.Kaka Baptisa Garden, also known as the Mazgaon Hill is a green patch. There are good schools and the Prince Aly Khan Hospital in the vicinity. Harbour and central lines are also accessible. It can definitely do with some more places for eating out. Although, many food joints mushrooming in the area now.
-  Batul Munim

Prabhadevi: safe & green
Prabhadevi is full of contrasts. Traditionally a mill area, it is increasingly being made into a crowd of high-rise buildings that contrast starkly with the chawls occupying the neighbourhood. I have lived in this area for 12 years now and I love it. It is quite safe and green. Predominantly a Shiv Sena area, one can hear speeches by local politicians in nearby gardens and parks. Since it is a neighbourhood that has undergone considerable change in the past few years, this area (unlike the rest of SoBo) is not close-knit with a constant influx of new residents. 
-Shreya Agarwal

Marine lines: oh so vintage!
Marine Lines has old buildings that make it look vintage. I stay in an 80-year-old building and I can see the Marine Drive from my balcony. Marine Drive is the perfect place for taking walks, eating ice cream, having dinner or simply sitting and staring at the sky and the Arabian Sea. For entertainment, Metro Cinema isn't too far away. For shopping, Fashion Street and Crawford Market are nearby. Then there is the huge Parsi influence on the culture of this area, which keeps the neighbourhood traditional while being a part of modern Mumbai. 
-  Akriti Rajput

Shivaji Park: best hang-out spot
Shivaji Park is a monument in itself. It is the perfect place for taking a walk or a jog; the ground is well-known for sports. It is the best place to chill at in Dadar. All varieties of food are available around Shivaji Park. You can eat frankies, rolls and wraps, vada pav and drink healthy juice. I find it a little funny because in additon to being the ideal place where people come to exercise, it is also the right place to eat junk and fattening food! But it is still the best hangout spot.
-  Ankit Ohol

Bandra, the Queen of suburbs
My neighbourhood is a serene locality but if you move just a few blocks away, you are in the shoppers’ paradise with everything from clothing brands, jewellery, street wear, mouth-watering food, lounges in close proximity. It's sad to see though that now it is slowly turning into a concrete jungle. Having lived in this locality for over 35 years and having seen a lot of changes, what remains constant is the range of relationships formed over the years and the strong support system developed within the neighbourhood, especially in tough and trying times...not to forget the good times that we share together as well.
-Komal Advani

Malad (W) could be better
In my neighbourhood, a couple of mango trees have grown so unwieldy that the branches have begun to hit passing vehicles, especially school buses. Several vehicles are parked on either side of the road, which have restricted the space for passing vehicles. Mosquitoes abound in the area, especially after sundown. I can hardly say anything good about my neighbourhood, which is situated in the vicinity of a mangrove that smells awful, especially in early morning and late evening. 
-Joseph D'Souza

Vile Parle, A Cosmo Suburb 
The good thing about Vile Parle is that its size is the smallest among the northern suburbs of Mumbai. The airport is located a-km away from my residence and the famous Juhu Beach is a few kms away. Being a metropolitan and cosmopolitan suburb, it consists of people from various backgrounds, professions and faiths, which is quite a healthy mix. Both Vile Parle east and west are home to some of the finest educational institutions in Mumbai. The health care here is also among the finest with popular hospitals like Maneckji Cooper, Nanawati Arya Samaj Hospital in the area. Cultural art centres like the Dinanath Mangeshkar auditorium in Vile Parle (E), Bhaidas and the popular Prithvi Theatre in the west have given this suburb a distinctive character.  Shopping malls, multiplexes, street shopping at Irla, fine dining restaurants and loads of five star hotels in the vicinity has made the suburb an upmarket place. There are so many celebrities who live around Juhu. It also feels good to be living in a peaceful environment. I would highly recommend visiting the Sanyas Ashram and ISKCON temple in Juhu. It is quite spacious and you will feel as though you have stepped into a peaceful territory. Walking around Juhu beach is quite an experience and the food stalls are a must-try. 
-Mahesh Chamadia 

Andheri (E) is more than just traffic
Andheri (E) is no longer a place known only for its traffic jam; it is now known for the bouquet of amenities it offers. If you’re a foodie, Andheri (E) is a paradise, from leading burger and pizza chains to many buffet and sizzler options. In fact, Andheri (E) has its own local cafés, which are a hit among the youth. Talking about youth, not many people know about the happening nightlife of Andheri, with so many lounge and club options in the vicinity. I live in Andheri (E) and I’m proud of it!
-Vignesh Nair

Andheri (W) is a safe locality
I stay at Four Bungalows and Andheri, I'd say is a safe locality. The Metro helps save time. Thanks to the beaches in the vicinity, sundowners are a luxury for Andheri residents, not to mention some early morning celeb spotting. I have three pets and I'm glad my locality has hospitals and even vets who are available 24/7. It's a haven for foodies and shopaholics. Add to that, the multiple multiplexes and shopping malls that this place has. It is a friendly neighbourhood. 
-Natasha Nyss

Santacruz is not a concrete jungle
I was born and brought up in Santacruz, so I can't think of living in any other area. Since I reside on the eastern side of Mumbai, I think it is the best place in terms of connectivity. One doesn't have to worry about travelling to and from Mumbai. The airport, Navi Mumbai, the central side of Mumbai—all of these are just a few minutes away. The traffic is horrible on this side, especially in the evenings, but that's what the whole of Mumbai is like, right? There are many good eateries around this place, especially cheap street food. One great thing about our area is that it doesn't have any skyscrapers as the airport is nearby. And that's why it's not a concrete jungle.

-Smruti Shirke