UNESCO Sites in India: Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensemble of Mumbai (2018)

  • Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
  • Architectural Styles: A blend of Victorian Gothic structures from the 19th century and Art Deco buildings from the 20th century.
  • Include
    • Bombay High Court
    • University of Mumbai (Rajabai Clock Tower and Convocation Hall)
    • Elphinstone College
    • Maharashtra Police Headquarters
  • Features
    • Pointed arches, stained glass windows, ribbed vaults.’
    • Fusion of Indian craftsmanship (stone carvings, motifs) with European Gothic elements.
  • Significance:
    • Showcases the modernization phases of Mumbai, illustrating the city’s development and cultural influences during British colonial rule and early independence.
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