Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus)
Maharashtra
Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai is a striking fusion of Victorian Gothic Revival and traditional Indian architecture. Designed by British architect F.W. Stevens and constructed over a decade from 1878, this historic railway station symbolizes Mumbai’s emergence as a global mercantile hub. Its grand stone dome, turrets, pointed arches, and detailed ornamentation reflect both Italian Gothic and Indian palace architecture. The collaboration between British architects and Indian artisans created a unique architectural idiom, making the terminus an enduring icon of cultural exchange and urban heritage.
