Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) formerly known as Victoria Terminus at Mumbai is the 19th century heritage structure. It was built to to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria.
The terminus is one of the first construction that made use of industrial revolution technology merged with the Gothic Revival style based on late medieval Italian models.
This style made use of color and ornamentation that is compatible with the Mughal and Hindu architecture of the subcontinent.
The facades present the appearance of well-proportioned rows of windows and arches.
This is the highlight among the city's historic buildings. From across the street one can admire all its quirky ornaments.
The terminus is one of the first construction that made use of industrial revolution technology merged with the Gothic Revival style based on late medieval Italian models.
This style made use of color and ornamentation that is compatible with the Mughal and Hindu architecture of the subcontinent.
The facades present the appearance of well-proportioned rows of windows and arches.
This is the highlight among the city's historic buildings. From across the street one can admire all its quirky ornaments.
I would probably stand and stare at that beautiful building for hours (probably the crowds would run over me as I stared ;>))! There is so much to see -- thank you for showing the closeups of the details and the lion! (I think that's what it is.)
ReplyDeleteI love historical buildings. They don't build them like they used to. Their architect is so creative and unique.
ReplyDeleteThis is truly an very ornate building. The dome has so many decorations. I like the smiling/laughing lion
ReplyDeleteThat is a spectacular building - it makes everything here look boring by comparison.
ReplyDeleteAwesome pics
ReplyDeleteAmazing architecture!
ReplyDeleteAt the first glance it looks like the St. Pancras Station in London ! Must say it's well copied with some exotic touches !
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ReplyDeleteInteresting architecture, it could only be conceived in India!
ReplyDeleteThere is a lightness to the Victorian Gothic.
Victoria was so cool.
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Wow! Hard to believe this fantastic building was built to commemorate the Queen. Hope it is something residents can take advantage of. #OurWorldTuesday
ReplyDeleteAwesome building wonderfully captured!
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Excellent coverage on the marvelous structure! I get to see more details in your photos.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful clicks.
ReplyDeleteThat is some of the most impressive architecture I've ever seen. Alana ramblinwitham.blogspot.com
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ReplyDeleteMy favorite monument in the whole of India. Never tired of exploring it. To have a closer look, I would recommend visiting heritage museum in the building - http://www.indiapalette.com/heritage-museum-in-chhatrapati-shivaji-terminus-mumbai/
ReplyDeletebeautiful station
ReplyDeleteAn amazing World Heritage site!
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