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Gateway of India

The Gateway of India is a monument located on the waterfront of South Mumbai. Its central dome is a a basalt arch, 15 metres in diameter and 26 metres above ground at its highest point. While Indo-Saracenic in architectural style, elements are derived from the Muslim architectural styles of 16th century Gujarat. The Gateway is traditionally the first thing visitors arriving by boat would see of Bombay.

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