What do expats in Mumbai appreciate most about the local culture?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they appreciate the most about the local culture in Mumbai. They wrote...
"Delivery service for everything. My dog got sick and a vet came to the house. I order almost all my groceries. With the help of my Indian friends, I got a cook and maid at current rates instead of expat rates. My Mumbai dentist has equipment better than my dentist did at home. Once I figured out how to get around, I now ride rickshaws everywhere," wrote a member who made the move to Mumbai, India.

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"The food. The food. The food. The amazing things you can get in the markets/shops from scarves to carvings to jewelry. People are very friendly if you smile when asking for help. My friends who helped us adjust that became the closest we've ever had. Oh, and Bollywood. Its absurdity/dancing is just a lot of fun and I bought a few movies and will keep up with the celebrities," explained one expat living in Mumbai, India.
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What do expats in Mumbai appreciate most about the local culture?
If you live in Mumbai, newcomers to Mumbai would love to hear your answer to this question.