Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya

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Why Go: Built in 1914 and opened in 1922, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya Museum is the preeminent cultural site in Mumbai, anchoring the artistic district of Kala Ghoda. The building was designed by Scottish architect George Wittet who worked in the Indo-Saracenic architectural style, which was prominent in the 19th century under British colonial rule. The colonial style was a fusion of British and European architectural forms with some Indian characteristics incorporated. Located near the Gateway of India, also designed by Wittet, the museum features a rich collection of Indian miniatures, decorative artefacts from successive empires, including the Mughal and Rajasthani. Mumbai\'s role as a centre of intercontinental trade is also apparent, with artefacts from Europe, China, Japan, Nepal, Tibet and across Southeast Asia. Nestled amidst a beautiful botanical garden, the museum encompasses art, archaeology, design and natural history.\r\n