Monument guide

A Mumbai Heritage Day: Gateway of India, CSMT and Haji Ali

By Myna24 Editorial Team·Updated 22 September 2026·5 min read
South Mumbai's heritage buildings sit close together, so several can be seen in a day. Two of Mumbai's UNESCO World Heritage Sites — Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (2004) and the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco ensemble (2018) — are in this area.
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Gateway of India

A basalt arch on the Apollo Bunder waterfront, built to mark the 1911 visit of King George V and Queen Mary and completed in 1924. Ferries to the Elephanta Caves leave from the jetties beside it.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

The former Victoria Terminus, designed by F. W. Stevens and completed in 1888, blends Victorian Gothic Revival with Indian elements. It is still a busy working station, so be mindful of passengers.

The museum

The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, formerly the Prince of Wales Museum, is an Indo-Saracenic building that opened in 1922.

Haji Ali Dargah

A mosque and tomb on an islet off the Worli coast, reached by a causeway that can be covered by the sea at high tide. It is a working religious site: dress modestly and ask before photographing people.

💡 Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Mumbai monuments are UNESCO World Heritage Sites?+
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (inscribed 2004), the Elephanta Caves (1987) and the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensemble of Mumbai (2018).
Can you always walk to the Haji Ali Dargah?+
No. The causeway can be covered by the sea at high tide, so check the tide before you go.

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