gateway of india

     

The Gateway of Inia (Marathi:भारताचे प्रवेशद्वार) is a monument in Mumbai, India. Located on the waterfront in South Mumbai, the Gateway is a basalt arch 26 metres high. The Gateway is traditionally the first thing visitors arriving by boat would see of Mumbai. It is located next to the iconic Taj Mahal Palace & Tower. Behind the Gateway steps lead down to the waterfront, where boat trips can be had to locations such as Elephanta Island.