Gateway of India Mumbai

The Gateway of India is considered as a "symbolic monument" that represents the city of Mumbai, India. Gate way of India Built in 1924 George wittet ad prepared a drawing of gateway of India, which was built In the memory of the visit of king George V and Queen marry to India In 1911. The foundation stone was laid on March 31, 1913 by the governor of Bombay, Sir George Sydenham Clarke with the final design of George wittet sanctioned on March 31, 1914. Between 1915-1919 work proceeded at Apollo Bundar to reclaim the land on which the gateway and the new sea wall would be built. The foundations work were completed in 1920 and construction was finished in 1924 and opened for public as on Dec -4 -1924 by the Viceroy. The design of the arch has been inspired by Muslim architecture while the decorations have been done in Hindu style. The stones used were mainly purchased from Gwalior. The central dome is 48 feet (15 Mtr) in diameter and 83 feet (25 Mtr) above the ground at its highest point. The cost of Total constriction of gateway of India was 2 million Indian Rupees (31,000 US Dollar) by the Indian government of that time. Gateway of India has seen a number of terror attacks. It witnessed its first major bomb blast in 2003 which killed many tourists and the last infamous attack on Taj, Mumbai in 2008 where Gateway of India was the arrival point of the terrorists. In these attacks more than 200 people lost their lives and after that Gateway of India wore a deserted look for a few days. Now, the monument has become a site for all kinds of peaceful protests. Candle light marches are a common sight at this historical place. A visit to gateway of India is a must whenever you go to Mumbai. Enjoy the beautiful view of the sea, food stalls, shop from hawkers or just keep on looking at others and this place will never disappoint you just like the city of Mumbai. The Gateway can host 2,000 to 2,500 people, whereas Elephanta Caves could host only 700 to 800 people.

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