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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

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January

12.6 - 35.2 °C

February

13.9 - 36.8 °C

March

17.1 - 38.6 °C

April

21 - 37.2 °C

May

24.5 - 35.7 °C

June

23.2 - 35.4 °C

July

23.4 - 32.6 °C

August

23.4 - 31.8 °C

September

23 - 33.5 °C

October

20.3 - 36.4 °C

November

17.8 - 36 °C

December

14.3 - 35.2 °C


Major Airports :

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Mumbai

Nearest Railway Station :

Mumbai Central Railway Station (MMCT)

Major Airports :

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), Mumbai

A living and bustling testimony of Mumbai's rich heritage

What comes to your mind when you think of a railway station? Not much truly. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus begs to differ. Nestled at the heart of Mumbai, this railway station will take you on a different journey altogether. Built in 1887 to commemorate the then Queen’s Golden Jubilee, it stands as one of the most iconic structures in India. A stunning masterpiece of Gothic architecture, this terminus has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. Today it serves as the Headquarters of the city's central railway system where over 3 million people gather every day to travel to different destinations throughout India.

A rare fusion, intriguing and enchanting

Travelers beware. There is high chance you would miss your train as you get lost into the fine craftsmanship of this historical structure - right from the entrance where two majestic lion and tiger figures give you a royal welcome to a central dome adorned with a ribbed structure and topped by a statue of a torch-bearing lady. Designed by British architect Frederick William Stevens, the building blends elements of Victorian Italianate Gothic Revival and classic Indian architecture seamlessly. Featuring stained-glass windows, towering spires, domed arches and buttresses and pillars with animal images carved into them. This sandstone and limestone building is C-shaped with two wings extending out from a central domed structure. This form is borrowed from Indian palace architecture, while the towers and spires recall European castles and cathedrals. Step inside this time capsule to witness an era when craftsmanship was at its peak.

An unforgettable voyage

Owing to its intriguing architecture, this terminus is India’s second most photographed monument, thus cementing itself into the collective memory of travellers and tourists alike. Over time, this iconic railway station has come to symbolise Mumbai's historical evolution through an amalgam of Indian and British influences that continues to fascinate. Truth be told, CST is much more than just a transportation hub. It is in fact a portal that transports us to a glorious era.


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Opening time - All Day

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Dive deep into the world of creativity at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA). Here, art enthusiasts can discover paintings, sculptures and artefacts dating back to 1857 - including works by luminaries like Pablo Picasso. Immerse yourself in this unique space where each brushstroke tells its own unique tale.