Explore the Gateway of India
As one of the most famous symbols in the city of Mumbai, the Gateway of India, located on the waterfront in Apollo Bunder area, is an excellent sightseeing spot where offers a panoramic and open view of the Arabian Sea. The monument was built in the early 20th century to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary, the first British monarch to visit India, to the city of Mumbai in 1911. Its construction, which is a triumphal arch made of basalt, was completed in 1924 and stands 26 metres in height. The Gateway of India features a clear and in-depth insight into the popular Indo-Saracenic architectural style in Mumbai, incorporating Islamic elements of the 16th-century Marathi architecture. The gateway is also a significant historical monument in Mumbai as it is where the last British troops left India in 1948, following the country's independence. From the early morning until late night, the Gateway of India, as an eye-catching attraction and also a common local gathering spot, remains bustling and lively every time with lots of locals, street vendors, and tourists here for walking, sightseeing, or merely leisurely strolling along the paths. There are five jetties at the place, and two of which are used for commercial ferry operations.
