Mumbai's
most recognized monument, the Gateway of India, was constructed to
commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to the city. It
was completed in 1924 and remains as a striking symbol of the British
Raj era. After this era ended in 1947, the last of the British troops
departed through the Gateway of India. The looming Gateway is
designed to be the first thing that visitors see when approaching
Mumbai by boat. It's also a popular place to start exploring Mumbai.
These days the atmosphere around the monument resembles a circus at
times, with numerous vendors peddling everything from balloons to
Indian tea.- Location: On the waterfront in Colaba, south Mumbai. Opposite the Taj Palace and Tower Hotel.
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