 Political capital of Maharashtra , and commercial capital of India, Mumbai is many cities in one. As the world's largest textiles market, a major industrial center and the country's busiest port handling, it contributes around 50 percent of the national exchequer. The main attraction of Mumbai is ; Gateway of India. The ceremonial arch was built in 1927 to commemorate the visit of king George V and Queen Mary for the Delhi Durbar in 1911. Constructed in honey-coloured basalt, the gateway was designed by George Wittet, inspired by 16th century Gujarat Style. Mumbai is well connected by Air, Rail and road to all parts of the country and other prominent places in the world. The historic structures are best seen after sunset. Other than the Gateway of India, places of prominence includes the university buildings founded by Sir Cowasjee Jehangir Readymoney. The blue-basalt building of the Mumbai High Court was designed by Col. J.A.Fuller. Sir J.J School of Art, was built around the same time as the university. Crawford Market, was built in 1871 by Willam Emerson. The Town Hall with its Columns and tall Grecian porticos, this structure has been the foundation of the Literary Society of Mumbai. Flora Fountain is a busy five point intersection in the heart of the commercial fort area. Hutatma Chawk (Martyrs Square) is a memorial to those who lost their lives in the fight for setting up the state of Maharastra. Fort is the older, down town area surrounding the flora fountain. Shivaji Terminus is finest eg. of high Victorian Gothic architecture. The GPO, adjoining the VT Station is another Gothic building. Marine Drive, flickering with a thousand lights is a treat to watch |
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