Gateway Of India (Mumbai) |
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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 Witte, inspired by 16th century Gujarat style.
The changing light of the rising and setting sun gives varied hues of gold, russet and
pink to the imposing arch. Historically, the gateway holds greater significance as the
last of the British troops leaving independent India by sea, marched through it's
portals. |
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