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About Gateway of India
The Gateway of India, is the most popular monument of Mumbai. Located on
the waterfront, it is the starting point for most of the tourists who
explore the city. The Gateway is the first thing that the visitors would
see, who come to Mumbai by boats. The magnificent monument was built to
commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay. The
Governer of Bombay laid the foundation stone on March 31,1911. The
monument has historic significance as the last British troops, that sail
for England, left through the Gateway. Today, the Gateway of India stands
as a finest example of colonial architectural heritage in India. Behind
the Gateway, the steps lead down to the sea, from there one can go for a
short cruise through Mumbai's spectacular natural harbour.
Architecture of Gateway of India
The
26 metres high archway is made of yellow basalt and reinforced concrete.
Built in the Indo-Saracenic style, the architectural elements are derived
the 16th century Muslims arhchitectural styles of Gujarat. The central
dome is 15 metres is diameter, while the highest point is 26 metre above
from the ground. The monument has four turets, decorated with delicate
lattice work carved into the yellow basalt stone.
Constrcution of Gateway of India
The monument was designed by George Wittet and the foundations were
completed in 1920. The Gatweay of India was opened in 1924 by the Viceroy,
the Earl of Reading. The cost of construction was Rs. 21 lakhs, borne by
the Government of India. The approach road was never constrcuted due to
lake of funds, so the Gateway stands at an angle to the road leading up to
it.
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Attractions near Gateway of India Elephanta Island
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Island located just 10 Kms from Gateway of India, contains a fine
cluster of 6th-8th century rock cut caves. The caves have beatifully
executed sculptures, the most interesting is the five metre high
Mahesmurthy or Trimurthi. It represents three aspects of Shiva, such
as the creator, the preserver and the destroyer.
West
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