The Gateway of India in Mumbai is at the tip of Apollo Bunder, and the gateway overlooks Arabian Sea. The colossal structure was constructed in 1924.
Built in the Indo-saracenic style, and there are traces of Muslim architectural styles incorporated in the structure of the grandiose edifice. The central dome of the monument is about 48 feet in diameter, with a total height of 83 feet. It is built using yellow Kharodi basalt and reinforced concrete.
Designed with intricate latticework, the 4 turrets are the prominent features in the entire structure.
The Gateway of India is meant to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay. The writings on the Gateway of India which reads "Erected to commemorate the landing in India of their Imperial Majesties King George V and Queen Mary on the Second of December MCMXI"
The last British troops to leave India, the First Battalion of the Somerset Light Infantry, passed through the gate in a ceremony on February 28, 1948.
Built in the Indo-saracenic style, and there are traces of Muslim architectural styles incorporated in the structure of the grandiose edifice. The central dome of the monument is about 48 feet in diameter, with a total height of 83 feet. It is built using yellow Kharodi basalt and reinforced concrete.
Designed with intricate latticework, the 4 turrets are the prominent features in the entire structure.
The Gateway of India is meant to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay. The writings on the Gateway of India which reads "Erected to commemorate the landing in India of their Imperial Majesties King George V and Queen Mary on the Second of December MCMXI"
The last British troops to leave India, the First Battalion of the Somerset Light Infantry, passed through the gate in a ceremony on February 28, 1948.
That is indeed an impressive gate - it looks truly massive.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very impressive structure.
ReplyDeleteNice captures of the wonderful monument.
ReplyDeleteColossal!
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Lovely...
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ReplyDeleteIt is a lovely structure, one of my favourites; LOVE the capture with the underlighting!! YAM xx
Amazing architecture and astonishing monument. Spend many an evening here during my school days.
ReplyDeleteLove the Place
ReplyDeleteI see some similarities with similar structures in Europe, but this is very impressive and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely building.
ReplyDeleteFrom prehistoric times up until not that far from the present, it seems as if all the structures in your country are colossal! And beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGreat captures , Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteIt's very beautiful. Your shots of the details are so good.
ReplyDeleteThose lovely, pale skies do make such a great backdrop for that beautiful gateway! Wonderful captures as always, Rajesh! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI had seen it ages back. Cool pics.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely wonderful photos, beautiful and monumental!
ReplyDeleteLovely
ReplyDeleteFantastic snaps..
ReplyDeleteImpressive!!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent! Love the details!
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ReplyDeleteSo detailled work.
ReplyDeleteMagnificent.
All the best.
Mormor
Fascinating photos and exciting architecture
ReplyDeleteA majestic gateway.
ReplyDeleteArtistic gate. Your country has rich culture.
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Grandiose indeed! What a magnificent structure!
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filigree work on the arch is exquisite!
ReplyDeleteLovely to visit Mumbai with you, not a city that I know but looks a great place to visit.
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Wren
Superb!
ReplyDeleteYour part of the world truly has some awesome structures.
ReplyDeleteawesome, thanks for sharing;
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Wow!
ReplyDeleteImpresive! It is similar with "Arcul de triumf" from Bucharest , Romania , but more impresive!
ReplyDeleteNice capture :)
ReplyDeleteMagnificent Pics!
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