Dharavi

Established in the 1880s during the British colonial era, Dharavi is a 500-acre (200-hectare) district in the heart of Mumbai, India. Home to approximately one million people, this informal settlement gained international recognition through the film Slumdog Millionaire. Despite its dense population, Dharavi thrives with a robust informal economy, where residents produce textiles, leather crafts, and handmade pottery. Visitors can explore the narrow, bustling streets, observe the industrious community, and gain a deeper understanding of the resilience and ingenuity that define this unique neighborhood.