Introduction to Gateway of India

The gateway of India, the majestic basalt arch marking the triumph of the colonial rule, depicting the Islamic style of the 16th century Gujarat is the emblem of Mumbai.

Officially opened in 1924, the gateway of India, which stands facing the harbor of Mumbai, at the tip of the Apollo Bunder is one of the most famous of the monuments in Mumbai. Adjacent to it, the Taj Mahal Palace and Taj International Hotels are alsoa major landmark.

History of Gateway of India

The gateway of India was built to celebrate the colonial triumph and honor the visits of King George V and Queen Mary. The construction of the Gateway of India in Mumbai was finished in 1924 and the gateway was opened by the then Viceroy, the Earl of Reading on December 4th, 1924. But after the Raj ended in 1947, ironically the gateway of India became a kind of a epitaph as the last of the British ships ceremoniously departed India towards England, through this archway. Now, this colonial symbol has been indianised and changed to a major tourist attraction in Mumbai.

Description of Gateway of India

The Gateway of India is made of yellow basalt stone and reinforced concrete. It is complete with four turrets and an intricate latticework engraved on the basalt. The central dome is 15meters in diameter and 26 meters above the ground. There are steps leading to the waterfront behind the Gateway of India,Mumbai, from where boats sail for trips to the Elephanta caves.

How to reach Gateway of India

Gateway of India is situated on the waterfront in South Mumbai. It is one of the major landmarks in Mumbai and can be easily reached by auto rickshaws, taxis or buses or local trains from all parts of the city.

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