It is only extra-ordinary things that excite human beings but
Gateway of India not only excites but also astounds the most
discerning eye. The most famous monument, it is an architectural
marvel that scores over other buldings in Mumbai. Having advantages
of both location and archtitectural construction, it shines every
morning with morning sun of Mumbai. There is somethig magial about
Gateway of India that attracts tourists in hordes. Words fail to
describe and picture postcards fail to capture the exact beauty of
the monument.
Pride of Mumbai, the Gateway of India occupies a special place in
the hearts of Mumbaikars. It is to them what Red Fort is to
Delhiites. Locale of many hindi movies, people flock to the place
especially in the evening to watch bashful play of waves and feed
pigeons. Besides being one of the important landmarks in the city,
it is also base camp from where people start towards Elephanta
island in motorboats.
Origin
Gateway of India was built to welcome King George V and Queen Marry
in a style. The foundation stone was laid on March 31, 1911 and it
took over 13 years to complete the ambitious project. To be precise,
the construction was completed in December 4, 1924.
Architecture
Reflecting Indo-sarcenic style, the Gateway was built George witte,
who was inspired from the architecture in Gujarat. The Gateway is
built from yellow Kharodi basalt and reinforced concrete. The
central dome is 48 feet in diameter and 83 feet above ground at its
highest point. The cost of the construction was borne mainly by the
Government. .
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