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Timeline of Restoration: Old Yacht Club, Mumbai

The old yacht club, formerly known as the royal Bombay yacht club, was founded in 1846 in Colaba. It was initially envisioned to be one of the premiere gentlemen’s clubs in the Mumbai area. Today this Mumbai Yacht club acts as the headquarters of the department of atomic energy government of India. It served the Tata institute of fundamental research for a brief period in 1949. John Adams designed the old yacht club. John Adams is credited with designing the Mumbai Gymkhana, Police courts etc. and has a street named after him. 

The club’s location, Close to the coast, offers a splendid overlooking view of the Gateway of India. It lies near some of the architectural wonders of Mumbai city, like the Taj hotel, Maharashtra police headquarters, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, to name a few. The club is known for its sailing facilities on the Arabian sea. Other than that, it houses a library, Club shop, Bar, Lounge, and ballrooms for its exclusive members. The club offers chambers for residence overlooking the Gateway of India, a bar, a lounge, a restaurant , ballrooms, a club shop, a library, a members’ sleeping room, and sailing facilities in the Arabian Sea.

Style and Architecture  | Mumbai Yacht Club

The Royal yacht club was built in indo – gothic style of architecture with Victorian interiors. Gothic style was prevalent in Bombay during the mid- 19th century . The building boasts a rich material palette consisting of Mangalore tiles, Wood, and extensive plaster work. It has intricate glasswork in its openings and features a rich earthy color palette. The stone cladding on the exterior gives the yacht club exquisite air. The Roof style is an amalgamation of sloping roofs and conical pointed roofs at the edges of the building, accentuating the structure. The original interior was Victorian in style and featured intricate woodwork with a smooth plaster finish on the walls. The stained glass adds to the signature gothic look of the old yacht club. Wood’s rich brown tones and creamy white palette give a royal look. The corridors and interiors see the extensive use of pointed arches set against high ceilings, another prominent feature of gothic architecture.

The old yacht club building is an essential milestone in the gothic buildings of Bombay. Under the crown rule during the mid-19th century, Bombay’s Gothic style became prominently used. Some famous examples of Gothic-style buildings in Bombay are, The telegraph office, saint Xavier’s college, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, to name a few. While the earliest of them were designed and commissioned by the Britishers, the mid-1800s saw a rise in the opium and cotton trade, making Indian merchants wealthier. This led to them also commissioning work from British architects as an attempt to mark their presence in Mumbai . This was succeeded by the birth of the Hindu gothic style, which saw elements like chhatris, jails, domes etc. combined with typical gothic features like split facades, multi-colored stained glasses, etchings, and engravings in the façade, pointed arches etc., used in a mixture of Indian and foreign material palette.

Restoration

The restoration of the Old Yacht club was initially done by Ar. Vikas Dilwari in the year 2012. It included efforts to restore the club’s original Victorian interiors and treat its exteriors and common areas. Art deco style was introduced to the flooring, making it lively and cheerful. This was followed by restoration efforts by Somaya and Kalappa architects , a conservation firm based out of Mumbai. They worked on strengthening the original structure. The requirements of the new user, the department of atomic energy government of India, were kept in mind during the restoration. The year 1976 saw about one-third of the structure being demolished due to structural reasons. So R.C.C. interventions had to be done by S.N.K. The restoration efforts received much applause and an award of merit from UNESCO during the 2013 Asia-Pacific Heritage awards. The old yacht club, in all its indo gothic glory, remains a hidden gem in the sea of gothic, Victorian and colonial buildings of Bombay.

History | Mumbai Yacht Club

The old yacht club was constructed in 1846. It was initially presided over by Henry Morland as the club Commodore, responsible for the management and running of the club. It took 30 years for the club to become known as the royal Bombay yacht club, on the recommendation of sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse and the patronage of Queen Victoria. The year 1881 saw the construction of the seafront clubhouse. The prominence of the club rose after that. The royal family of Duke, Duchess of Connaught, and H.R.H. prince Arthur were some of the club’s prominent personalities in its initial years of commencement. The club was initially restricted to Indian members, but flowing a brief closure in 1958 for not accepting Indian members, it started accepting. A clubhouse was added to the existing structure in 1896. The purpose of this clubhouse was to provide accommodations for its members. The new clubhouse was executed in Venetian gothic style with indo Saracenic features.

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Restoring the Royal Bombay Yacht Club

A custom-designed Heritage™ carpet welcomes visitors to the Royal Bombay Yacht Club. Winner of the UNESCO Cultural Heritage Conservation Award for 2013. Architect Vikas Dilawari. Courtesy BFT Archives

When the grand old Indo-Gothic architectural building of Mumbai, the Royal Bombay Yacht Club in Colaba, was restored with the guests still in residence, there was much jubilation. Even more so when it made the honours list in 2013 of the prestigious annual UNESCO Asia -Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation.

Crumbling Edifice

Founded in 1846 with Henry Moland as the club commodore and later renamed on the recommendation of Sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse and under the patronage of Queen Victoria, the Royal Bombay Yacht Club remains to date one of the premier gentlemen’s clubs established in Mumbai. In 1896, the residential chambers, designed by John Adams and supervised by F.E Stevens, were built to accommodate members and visiting associates. However, over the years, the building fell into disrepair with the innards of the structure gradually falling apart. Journalist and blogger Sandip Ghose writes “The residential floors seemed haunted at night, with cats running amok, and the rooms were depressing”. After more than a century of use, the beautifully patterned floor had lost much of its charm with many of the original Minton tiles getting vandalised or damaged. They were expensive to import - so in the case of reconstruction, the original tiles were removed and replaced with another set of tiles.

In 2012, an ambitious project was undertaken to carefully restore the age-old heritage building. Helmed by Conservation Architect Vikas Dilawari, it took a period of 3 years to bring the structure to its original glory. Bharat Floorings & Tiles, a legacy company which has played an integral role in the restoration of some of the key heritage establishments in the city, took up the challenging role of creating custom-made tiles to restore the flooring of the residential building. A sensitive restoration, the project was commended for “its high level of technical competence and careful attention to preserving the authenticity of the building’s design”

To be considered for the UNESCO Asia- Pacific Heritage Award required a strict following of the objectives and the eligibility procedure. The three primary criteria as mentioned in the UNESCO Cultural Conservation Award document are: understanding the place, technical achievement, and social and policy impact. It identifies and showcases the best practices in built heritage conservation and restoring properties in the region by private sector parties and public-private partnership. Let's take a brief look at the process that went behind restoring the oft-ignored part of the heritage buildings - the floors - that played a part in R.B.Y.C clinching the Award of Merit .

Meticulous Work

Recreating heritage tiles is quite a tricky process. After much research, Architect Vikas Dilawari wanted tiles to be as similar to the original design to retain the historicity of the building. After all, one of the criteria for qualifying for a UNESCO Award nomination is “how well the conservation/restoration work interprets the property’s cultural, social, historical and architectural significance.”

But it is difficult to construct small pieces in the exact same colour as the originals. The old sizes are too small - only two inches and it is not possible to create such small tiles. Faiyaz Mukhtiar, CEO of BFT reveals that Bharat did not have the designs and had to develop the stencils. He shares that “The whole floor consists of three–four tiles together that become one set and that is repeated”. Dilawari was very particular about it: “Aise hi chahiye, change karo, colour nahi aa raha hai.” (This is how it should be, change it, the colour isn’t coming)

Bharat had to create new stencils and colour schemes to achieve the desired look because the floors combine six different patterns rather than the typical two or three elements found in heritage floors. According to Bhakti Varekar, the designer who crafted the flooring for RBYC, “The club had original Minton tiles which were at least a hundred years old. The tiles had small cuttings, which formed a pattern with small inserts. In the beginning, we took photos and data from the old site. We needed to fit these small tiles figuratively into a Bharat tile which is bigger. In total, we needed 6 tiles to make one pattern”. To match the old flooring, BFT created a 30×30 main tile and 15×15 border tiles - bigger than the original Minton tile. Because it was impossible to make cement tiles in such a small size, they recreated the designs in different sizes. This was done to ensure that the fitting was geometric and that the joints matched. Over several months, prototypes were developed until the floor was a near-exact reproduction of the original Minton floor. According to Architect Vikas Dilawari said, “We copied it and made special moulds and when you do such kind of work it elevates the benchmark”. The project by paying attention to the minutest detail had met the criteria which involved “the use and quality control of appropriate building, artisan and conservation techniques.”

Overall, the restoration of the RBYC clubhouse flooring by Vikas Dilawari and BFT was a painstaking process that involved careful planning, attention to detail, and a deep respect for the building's historical and cultural significance. The end result was a restored clubhouse that retained its original character and charm, while also meeting the functional needs of the club members. Today it enjoys a 1400 member patronage, making it super exclusive, an F&B revamp, and stately rooms restored with modern facilities.

All in all, for Bharat, this was the one restoration project they relished every step of the way.

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The Royal Bombay Yacht Club (RBYC) was founded in 1846 in Colaba (formerly Wellington Pier), an area of Mumbai in India , for the lovers of the sea.

The club provides for restaurant and hotel facilities along with sailing events and championships for members and sailors. For all the sailing lovers who want to get on to a sailboat at the Gateway of India in order to enjoy the soft ocean breeze, the sound of waves, unrivalled views of the city skyline, and a magnificent sunset, this is the perfect club for you. However, an inherently exclusive club, membership to the RBYC sometimes takes years for a person to acquire.

Back in 1958, the Bombay Club was closed for not accepting Indian members. The RBYC granted honorary memberships to all Bombay Club members and provided a new home for their furniture and other effects. However, in 2013 the Royal Bombay Yacht Club Residential Chambers received an award of merit in the 2013 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Awards.

Recently, world-famous filmmaker Christopher Nolan shot the movie Tenet in Mumbai. The shoot locations for Tenet include iconic spots in Mumbai like Breach Candy Hospital, Cafe Mondegar, Colaba Causeway, Colaba Market, Gateway of India, Grant Road , Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and of course, the grand Royal Bombay Yacht Club.

Once you are a member at the RBYC, you can rent a sailboat at a minimal cost, or even free; go sailing as often as you like; and take a few friends each time to have a wonderful experience on the sea.

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When people still travelled by sea, the Royal Bombay Yacht Club would have been one of the first buildings visitors spotted when arriving in India. Today, the waterfront venue remains popular with a local crowd that prefer old-world charm to the westernised glitz that has over-run this city.

Clients from abroad, unfamiliar with the quirks of India’s gymkhanas, are easily charmed by this colonial relic with its high ceilings and geometric tiled floors, along with a strict dress code and facilities that include sailing, a library and a billiards room.

The private club is the ideal place to meet clients given its location beside the popular Taj Mahal Palace hotel. The lounge, where wooden fans whirr overhead and staff in mock naval uniforms amble in and out, is rarely busy.

Thanks to a ban on mobile phones, the dining room is the perfect place to secure a client’s undivided attention. It offers uncomplicated Indian and Chinese fare, or dishes so traditionally British they have not been served outside an Oxbridge college in decades. A full meal with drinks will set you back just Rs750 ($12) per person.

That is, of course, subsidised by a hefty lifetime membership fee of Rs1.2m ($19,500), excluding taxes. Members from other clubs around the world can visit on a reciprocal basis, including The East India Club in London and yacht clubs everywhere from Monaco to Hong Kong.

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The Royal Bombay Yacht Club is a trip into a colonial era long past. The location is excellent and our room had a great view of the Gateway of India. The building is evocative of the RAJ and the rooms- large white washed and airy... have cupboards and beds, chairs and tables from the time of the British. The Dining room and bar are olde world, potted palms, white table clothes and comfortable armchairs. Service in the dining room and bar are excellent. The menu has a lot of old favourites including bread and butter pudding ( very good). The snag is you have to be a member or the guest of a member. Breakfast isn't as well served or extensive as Lunch & Dinner. Mrs Bagchi , the Catering Manager is very helpful and ensures dietary requirements are met. There is no parking available and if you have a car and driver you have to park on the main street and pay a fee, There is a toilet for the driver but no other facilities. More

The check-in could have been more freindly but the staff behind insisted on paying another 25% deposit,when told have already paid 50% & could i pay a little later. The rooms were on the 4th Floor.The Lift was working well but could do a little... bit of uplifting in the interiors. The rooms are colonial & large ,but i feel there is a lot of scope for adding more rooms & retain the old world charm but the sitting needs better airconditioning & avoid opening the windows as you may face the wrath of insects/mosquitoes.The road traffic too is pretty More

The most value for money place on the planet!!! The best eggs kejriwal ever - much better than in where it was invented (Willingdon Club). My favourites are the golden fried prawns and the lobster thermidor. The team and coffee services are just so cool... and elegant. More

Traditional seafarers club , situated close to Gateway and Taj Hotel, is a more than a century old club, established during the British rule, continues its old traditions and style. It is exclusively for its members and accompanying guests. The service is good and food... is tasty. More

Extremely spacious rooms and staying here is like living in a palace. Sea facing rooms give you the feeling of staying in the Taj which is next door. The rooms have only been partially modernised and it certainly gives the colonial feel but some more... modernisation is needed. Stayed in 2 different rooms in 2 days and was spoiled for space in a city like Bombay. Each room is bigger than the biggest suite you can imagine ! The food is quite decent, however the buffet breakfast could be better. I would rate CCI breakfast better but for rest of the food items, Yacht Club is superior. Surprisingly the bar had no offers on any of the drinks ! In the month of December almost entire India has offers on alcohol! Wonder why is this club being left out. The lounge is good and has a good spread of sandwiches, burgers, etc. Overall typical colonial feel, in other words Old world charm. Can stay here forever. More

Wonderful atmosphere. 70s and 80s music with bubbles. Service excellent. Attentive, fun and professional. Food was spectacular. India meets the ocean. The happy balls are a bucket list item.

The clubs in Mumbai are exclusive to members and their guests only. The food is fairly inexpensive and delicious all have a variety of cuisines I opted for continental and had the fish in wine sauce there is a fixed menu or alacarte both are... good. Again a chilled Sula Chenin Blanc with the fish was delicious.. Desserts were heavenly More

I came to Mumbai on invitation for business so the stay was payed for. I was supposed to stay at the Yacht Club for two nights, but for the first night I was brought to another hotel, because rooms at the club weren't ready. When... I arrived at the yacht club the next day, I was actually told off by the manager for not having shown up the previous night(?) and next he told me that my room was still not ready. I could put my luggage in my colleague's room. The room is absolutely spacious, everything is old but full of character. The shower system was horrible, nearly came of the wall and delivered no hot water. I brought earplugs and needed them, because Mumbai is noisy and the hotel has no soundproofing. I did not try the breakfast, so I cannot comment on that but my colleague was unimpressed. Despite these letdowns my colleague wanted to leave a porter a tip but had only large bills, so I tried to get them to change it into smaller bills in the club's shop. They bluntly refused. The location is amazing, you cannot be closer to the Gateway of India, the ferries to Elephanta Island. One of the many highlights was lunch in the restaurant of Taj Mahal hotel. More

The desk person was rude he could not answer my simple question if we could come for breakfast. Later he said you are not a member Sorry and slammed the phone down. They need to hire better people

The Royal Bombay Yacht Club has the old world charm. It is absolutely beautiful. The wooden interiors bring a charm to the place. The food was spectacular. Thoroughly enjoyed the continental delights that they served us. All in all a brilliant experience.

Members only.....but you can read the plaque and admire the architecture and marvel at this cathedral of a yacht club.

We booked online Yacht for 2 hrs family ride. The service provided; 1. Time changed to 1855 hrs thus we missed the sunset viewing; 1. unsafe riding at Gate way of India; 2. Seaway transportation to our 6 seated yacht, parking in mid sea by... a small fishing boat, anytime prone to fatal accident. This boat is operated by a untrained youth with no safety jacket in the boat; 3. Shifting to the yacht at mid sea without any proper facility 4. The meal provided is thrown away by us. More

Unbelievable place if one is a Club person. As it is only for Members and guests, entry is restricted. Nothing fancy but plenty of old world colonial charm. Go there if you want to go back in time. Food is good and service is courteous.... Great location next to the Gateway of India. A must visit if possible More

The RBYC is a club that caters to members and their guests. It is a historic building with high ceilings, lots of wood and has been tastefully renovated/ updated. The food is tasty and reasonably priced. The service is a throw back to colonial times... with members using handbells to summon the wait staff; the extreme deference shown by staff to the members who can be demanding and pretentious. The location is extremely noisy as it is next to the Gateway of India plaza. The racket of the irritating car horns and traffic is constant and round the clock and can be heard even when the windows are closed and the air conditioning is running. More

Recently visited this club with office colleagues and must say that I was very impressed by the everything about this...Right from location, to the rich heritage of the building, staff and the food. It's a wonderful place for endless conversation over drinks and some really... unique food stuff, like baby cheese nans. Talking over mobile phone is not allowed while in club but then who cares when you are with your friends and family. More

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HISTORY OF THE INDIAN NAVY

Royal bombay yacht club.

The Bombay Yacht Club was founded in 1846 with Henry Morland as club commodore and 30 years later, on the recommendation of Sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse, Queen Victoria permitted it to add the word Royal to its name.

The seafront clubhouse was built in 1881, and received several prominent visitors within its first ten years including H.R.H. Prince Arthur, their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and American railroad tycoon and yachting enthusiast Mr William Kissam Vanderbilt.

In 1958, the Bombay Club was closed for not accepting Indian members.

At that time, the Royal Bombay Yacht Club granted honorary memberships to all Bombay Club members and provided a new home for their erstwhile club’s furniture and other effects.

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The Bombay Yacht Club was founded in 1846 with Henry Morland as club commodore and 30 years later – on the recommendation of Sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse and patronage of Queen Victoria became known as Royal Bombay Yacht Club. The seafront clubhouse was built in 1881, and received a number of prominent visitors within its first ten years including: H.R.H. Prince Arthur, their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and American railroad tycoon and yachting enthusiast Mr. William Kissam Vanderbilt – also part owner of the 1895 America’s Cup winner, the 37.5m sloop: Defender.

In 1894, the Commissioners of the Lord High Admiral bestowed upon the club the Blue Ensign of Her Majesty’s Fleet with a Star of India surmounted by the Imperial Crown. An additional clubhouse, designed by Mr. John Adams – and whose construction work was subjugated by Mr. F.E. Stevens was completed on 7th November 1896. Style of building combined English neo-Gothic with a Tudor half-timbered idiom, which characterized turn of the century architecture prevalent in the city at the time.

Yachting received a major stimulus in 1911, after King George V and Queen Mary arrived in Bombay on board the Royal P&O liner – HMS Medina. In 1958, the Bombay Club was closed for not accepting Indian members; at the time, RBYC granted honorary memberships to all Bombay Club members and provided a new home for their erstwhile club’s furniture and other effects.

The 1960s saw a new race introduced after H.R.H. Prince Philip visited the club and presented the Challenge Cup for a Combined Class race not less than 21 miles. RBYC at the time owned a fleet of four twenty one foot Seabird Class boats, whilst its members’ owned boats included Chindwin (Bermudian Cutter), Iona (Gunter Sloop), Silver Oak (Yachting World Keel Boat), Tir (Yawl), Merope (Stor-Draken Class), Griffon and Wynvern (International Dragons). Member Philip Bragg, who had built Suhaili – the first yacht to sail solo non-stop around the world, died in 1984. Yachtsman Sir Robin Knox-Johnson attended a reception in his honour at the club in 2004.

In 2006, the club was visited by the First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Jonathan Band, KCB, ADC, Chief of the Naval Staff (and President of the Royal Naval Club) who accompanied Lady Sarah Band – also sojourning were other senior officers of his fleet. This was shortly followed by tarriance from Sir John Stirrup, the Air Chief Marshal of the Royal Air Force and Chief of Defence Staff. In 2010, General Sir Hugh Michael Rose KCB, CBE, DSO, QGM, graced with his presence.

Having undergone sympathetic restoration; Royal Bombay Yacht Club Residential Chambers received an award of merit in the 2013 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Awards.

Source : https://www.rbyc.co.in/history.php

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Interested in architecture in Mumbai? These 20 landmarks display a range of different styles, from Colonial to contemporary.

Also of note, Mumbai has the second largest collection of Art Deco buildings in the world, after Miami. They received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2018, as part of the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai. Many of them can be seen lining Marine Drive in South Mumbai.

Gateway of India

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Mumbai's most recognized monument and one of the top Mumbai attractions , the Gateway of India was constructed to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to the city. Designed to be the first thing that visitors see when approaching Mumbai by boat, the looming Gateway was completed in 1924 and remains as a striking symbol of the British Raj era. After this era ended in 1947, the last of the British troops departed through the Gateway. Its architecture is Indo-Saracenic, combining Islamic and Hindu styles.

The Gateway of India is a popular place to start exploring Mumbai. These days the atmosphere around the monument resembles a circus at times, with numerous vendors peddling everything from balloons to Indian tea.

In 2011, Lonely Planet listed the Gateway of India as one of the world's best free attractions.

• Where: On the waterfront in Colaba , south Mumbai. Opposite the Taj Palace and Tower Hotel.

Taj Palace and Tower Hotel

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Mumbai's landmark Taj Palace Hotel, built in 1903, is an unsurpassed architectural marvel that brings together Moorish, Oriental and Florentine styles. Its structure is striking, with many chandeliers, archways, domes, and turrets. The hotel also has a noteworthy collection of artwork and artifacts that gives it an eclectic feeling.

Treat yourself to high tea at the renowned Sea Lounge in the Heritage wing, or a meal at Souk overlooking Mumbai harbor.

• Where: Colaba, in south Mumbai. The hotel sits behind the Gateway of India.

Royal Bombay Yacht Club

Founded in 1846, the Royal Bombay Yacht Club is one of the oldest and most elite clubs in Mumbai. Designed by a British architect, John Adams (Executive Engineer to the Bombay Government), it has imposing Gothic style architecture. Steeped in nostalgia, Queen Victoria bestowed the title of "Royal" upon the club in 1876.

• Where: Opposite the Gateway of India, near the Taj Palace and Tower Hotel.. Chhatrapathi Shivaji Maharaj Marg, Apollo Bunder, Colaba, south Mumbai.
• More Information: Royal Bombay Yacht Club website.

Dhanraj Mahal

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Dhanraj Mahal is an Art Deco building, a design style that originated in Paris in the early 20th century. It has an interesting history . Built in the 1930s, it was the former palace of the Raja Dhanrajgir of Hyderabad, and once the largest and costliest building in Mumbai. The Ministry of Defense acquired it during World War II but later gave it back to the royal family.

Now, Dhanraj Mahal is rented out to residential and commercial tenants. It has a total area of 130,000 square feet and a huge central courtyard. Its scenic location is close to the Arabian Sea.

• Where: Chhatrapathi Shivaji Maharaj Marg, Apollo Bunder, Colaba, south Mumbai.

Regal Cinema

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The first of Mumbai's Art Deco style cinemas, the Regal Cinema was built during the cinema boom of the 1930s. Other cinemas that also came up during this time were Plaza Central, New Empire, Broadway, Eros, and Metro. The first film to be shown at the Regal Cinema was Laurel and Hardy's The Devil's Brother in 1933. Movies are still being shown there today.

• Where: Opposite Regal Circle at the end of Colaba Causeway, south Mumbai.

Maharashtra Police Headquarters (Sailors' Home)

The Maharashtra Police Headquarters moved into what was known as the Royal Alfred Sailors' Home, in 1982. Construction began on the building in early 1872 and was finished four years later, in 1876. As its name suggests, it was made to accommodate 20 officers and 100 seamen. However, the building was actually conceived to commemorate the visit of the Duke of Edinburgh in 1870. The Duke laid the Foundation stone during his visit.

The Maharashtra government acquired the building in 1928 to house the Bombay Legislative Council. The Police department subsequently moved in after it was vacated.

• More Information: Maharashtra Police website .

Elphinstone College

The Elphinstone College building is among the finest Victorian structures in India. It was designed by Trubshaw and Khan Bahadur Muncherjee Murzban in the 1880s and originally meant to house the Government Central Press. However, it's been used for academic activities since April 1888.

The building has breathtaking Gothic architecture and is classified as a Grade I heritage structure. The Kala Ghoda Association recently restored it.

• Where: Opposite Jehangir Art Gallery , south Mumbai.
• More Information: Elphinstone College website.

Horniman Circle

Horniman Circle is made up of a strong sweep of stately building facades, laid out in a semi-circle. The Horniman Circle Gardens is at the center of it.

The Circle was constructed in 1860, around what was know as the Mumbai Greens -- a vast ​15-acre space opposite the Town Hall where live music was played every evening after sunset. The Mumbai Greens later became the Horniman Circle Gardens, in tribute to Mr.B.G. Horniman, Editor of The Bombay Chronicle.

There's an ancient banyan tree within the Circle, which apparently acted as the venue for India's first stock exchange. Nearby historical buildings include the stock exchange and St. Thomas Cathedral.

• Where: Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, next to the Town Hall (Asiatic Library) in the Fort district , south Mumbai.

Flora Fountain (Hutatma Chowk)

Hutatma Chowk, meaning "Martyrs' Square" in the local language, was renamed from Flora Fountain in 1960. The name is in memory of the members of Samyukta Maharashtra Samiti, who lost their lives when police fired upon their demonstration. It was part of a struggle with the Government of India for the creation of Maharashtra state.

The Hutatma Chowk square is bordered by buildings constructed during the British Raj. In the middle of it, the ornate Flora Fountain was created in 1864. It represents the Roman Goddess Flora, the Goddess of Abundance.

A project to refurbish the fountain and surrounding square was completed in mid 2019. It has new stone paving, sitting areas, and lighting.

• Where: Veer Nariman Road, south Mumbai.

Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court was built from 1871 to 1878. The first sitting took place in January 1879. Designed by Col. J.A. Fuller, a British engineer, the Court is a masterpiece of Gothic architectural style that was apparently modeled on a German castle. Its structure is made up of black stone, with octagonal towers. On top of the building, statues of Justice and Mercy inspire upholding the Indian law.

It's highly recommended that you go inside and see a trial for some real entertainment. Rooms 19 and 20 have most of the action. Be there by around 10 a.m., and be aware that cameras are not allowed inside the court. A small but interesting museum in room 17 is a relatively new attraction. It opened in 2015 and is modeled on a 20th century court room. The exhibits include certificates of notable barristers, gowns, wigs, portraits and vintage items.

• Where: High Court Building, Dr Kane Road, Fort.
• More Information: Bombay High Court website .

University of Mumbai

Established in 1857, the University of Mumbai (known earlier as University of Bombay) was one of the first three universities in India. Its architecture is Venetian Gothic inspired. It's possible to take a walk around the campus and have a peek inside both the University Library and Convocation Hall. The University Library has exquisitely stained glass windows that have been restored to pristine glory.

• Where: MG Road, Fort, Mumbai. Near the High Court.
• More Information: Mumbai University website.

Rajabhai Clock Tower

Located within the University of Mumbai, the 260-foot high Rajabai Clock Tower is modeled on Big Ben in London. The clock tower was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott, an English architect. Completed in November 1878, it took nearly 10 years to build. It was named after the mother of a wealthy 19th-century stockbroker who funded its construction.

An extensive renovation of the clock tower and University Library was recently undertaken and completed in 2015. The restoration was the first in the history of the clock tower and more 4.2 crore rupees ($700,000) was spent on it. The Indian Heritage Society had been pursing the restoration for a number of years, and it finally commenced in 2012 after the funding was donated by a subsidiary of the renowned Tata Group.

The clock tower's interior is magnificently ornate, and its stone exterior is flanked by 24 statues depicting the various castes and communities of western India. The sculptures were made by Indian artisans and the students of JJ School of Art, under the guidance of art teacher Sir Lockwood Kipling.

Unfortunately, the public isn't allowed to enter the university grounds, so the clock tower can only be viewed on the outside from the street.

• Where: The Rajabai Clock Tower is located above the Mumbai University Library. It's best seen from the Oval Maidan, Fort, Mumbai.

Mumbai Mint

The Mumbai Mint is one of four mints in India. It was built in the 1920s, along with the Town Hall, and has similar architecture with pillars and Grecian porticoes. An inscription on the building states that it was designed by Major John Hopkins of Bombay Engineers. The East India Company sanctioned its construction in 1923.

The Mint mainly produces commemorative and development-oriented coins, which are available for sale. It also makes medals of various types, including for the Ministry of Defense.

• Where: Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg, Fort, Mumbai. (Just opposite the Reserve Bank of India).
• More Information: Mumbai Mint website.

Remains of St George's Fort

Those unfamiliar with Mumbai's history may wonder why the Fort district is referred to as such. It got its name from a fort that used to exist there. Fort St. George was built by the British East India Company around Bombay Castle (one of the oldest defensive structures in Mumbai). Named after King George III, it was 1.6 kilometers (one mile) long and 500 meters wide.

The fort was demolished around 1865. However, remains of it still exist in some areas.

• Where: Near St. George's Hospital, P D Mello Rd, Fort. (Close to the General Post Office and CST train station).

Chhatrapati Shivaj Terminus (Victoria Terminus) Train Station

The piece de resistance of Raj era architecture, the Chhatrapati Shivaj Terminus (formerly known as Victoria Terminus) resembles St Pancras Station in London. Designed by architect Frederick William Stevens and built in 1887 to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria, it's now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The construction is a fusion of influences from Victorian Italianate Gothic Revival architecture and traditional Indian (Mughal and Hindu) architecture. The skyline, turrets, pointed arches, and layout are close to traditional Indian palace architecture.

The architectural drawings, which show the detail of the building as a whole as well as all the pillars and gargoyles, are apparently now locked in the archives.

Chhatrapati Shivaj Terminus is consistently named as one of the world's most beautiful train stations, including by Architectural Digest and Time magazine .

Central Railways and the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation have developed themed lighting for the building, which draws attention to its intricate design and grandeur by illuminating all the corners.

There's a Heritage Museum inside the building with guides that conduct tours. However, it's only open from 3-5 p.m. on weekdays. Tickets cost 200 rupees.

• Where: Near the start of the JJ Flyover and P D Mello Rd, Fort.

Dr Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum

The oldest museum in Mumbai, the Dr Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum (formerly the Victoria and Albert Museum) is an extraordinary example of Palladian design (derived from Andreas Palladio, an Italian architect of the 16th century). Originally established in 1855 as a treasure house of the decorative and industrial arts, it was rebuilt in 1862 in the Renaissance Revival style of Palladian. The Museum was painstakingly and comprehensively restored between 2003 and 2007. A new wing is also in the process of being built . It's expected to be open by 2018.

• Where: Rani Bagh, 91/A, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Road, Byculla, Mumbai. (Next to the botanical gardens and zoo). Closed on Wednesdays and some public holidays.
• More Information: Dr Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum website.

Khotachiwadi

If you love history and architecture and want to get a feel for how Bombay was back in the day, don't miss walking through the village of Khotachiwadi.

The narrow winding lanes of Khotachiwadi village are home to old Portuguese-style bungalows and a tiny church. Evidence indicates that Khotachiwadi started developing as an urban form before Bombay became a city. In time, it became integrated into the surrounding space. Then, a century after the Portuguese arrived, they gave Bombay away to the British as part of a dowry gift to Charles II of England. A walk though Khotachiwadi village will transport you back in time to relive this part of Mumbai's history. It's now also possible to stay in one of the heritage homes.

Sadly, the village is gradually giving way to development though. Less than half of the original 65 bungalows are left.

• Where: Girgaum, in south Mumbai. It's located a few streets behind Girgaum/Marine Drive Chowpatty. The closest railway station is Charni Road on the Western Line .

Antilia (Home of Businessman Mukesh Ambani)

What kind of home does one of the richest men in India have? Take a look at Antilia, the towering residence of businessman Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries. It was named after the mythical Atlantic island of Antillia. The house is reportedly one of the world's most expensive, costing between $1-2 billion to build. Over 20 stories high, hundreds of staff are also employed to maintain and run it.

Reactions to Antillia have been wide and varied. Some Indians are proud of the overt display of wealth, while others view it as shameful while the poor continue to go hungry.

• Where: Altamount Road, Cumballa Hill, south Mumbai.

Banganga Tank

Banganga Tank is an ancient water tank that's one of the oldest surviving structures in Mumbai. It dates back to 1127 AD, to the time of the Hindu Silhara dynasty, when it was built over a freshwater spring by one of the minister in the dynasty's court.

Over the years, Banganga Tank has provided inspiration to many artists, on film and on canvas. It's also a wonderful place to go to get some respite from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai.

These days, surrounding it, you'll see a mismatch of apartment complexes, skyscrapers, and religious temples . The narrow path leading down to the tank will transport you back to the Mumbai of old, amidst the obviously encroaching urbanization.

• Where: Walkeshwar temple complex, Malabar Hill, south Mumbai.
• Read More: Banganga Tank Photo Tour, Inside Ancient Hidden Mumbai

Bombay Stock Exchange

A prominent example of contemporary architecture in Mumbai, the current Bombay Stock Exchange building was constructed during the late 1970s. The building has a total of 29 floors. At the time it was completed in 1980, it was the tallest building in India.

• Where: Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers, Dalal Street (Broker Street), Fort, south Mumbai.
• More Information: Bombay Stock Exchange website.

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The Bombay Sailing Association, a bit of a misnomer, is situated along the sea front, just off Mandwa Jetty in the greater Alibag area of Raigad district, Maharashtra, India. We are a members association based sailing club with residential facilities. All the club bungalows have a spectacular sea view. There are tall trees that cover most of the properties and its soothing green foliage adds tremendously to the ambience. A welcome change from the bright lights of Mumbai,if you like to spend a comfortable and quiet weekend or extended week away from the city, our very own Mandwa club is the place!!

The setting is rustic, hygienic and comfortable. It radiates warmth which coupled with the closeness of the ocean allows you to relax; an ideal place to unwind or spend quality time with your family not to mention, a great place to entertain friends too.

The Clubhouse has 5 residential rooms (3 AC and 2 NON AC) and a sleep out/dormitory on the water's edge. The Clubhouse has a fully equipped kitchen with staff. We also offer 7 private bungalows (Annexes). These are exclusive cottages which are an ideal option for a full weekend for a family or a small group of friends. Each Annex also has its own fully equipped kitchen with staff.

Royal Bombay Yacht Club, 1915 Old Photo

Royal Bombay Yacht Club, 1915 Old Photo.

An old 1915 photo of the Royal Bombay Yacht Club. The club was and still is one of the unmissable sights on the Bombay coastline when arriving by ship. The other well-known sights spotted on the coastline would be the Gateway of India , the Taj Mahal Hotel , and not to forget the harbour itself.

An elite club founded in 1846, the building was designed by John Adams. Since the word “Royal” could not be made use without the prior approval of the British Sovereign. Queen Victoria on recommendation granted her permission to include the name “Royal” to the club. The primary purpose of the Royal Bombay Yacht Club was for the use of sailing and yachting in the Bombay waters.

Championships were regularly held for these events. Besides that, it was also a recreation center for other sports and games. It also had fine dining, billiards, a library, residential quarters, and so on. In 1896 an additional clubhouse was built just across the road to provide further accommodation for members and associates. Because of its notoriety for whites only , the club was temporarily closed in 1958 for not admitting new Indian members.  Click on the photo for better view.

Did you know – Maharajah Bhupinder Singh was not allowed entry when he arrived with Lord Willingdon , then Governor of Bombay , because of the strictly adhered whites-only policy of the club. Despite Willingdon’s cajoling and pleas, the club did not relent. 

From the collection –  1964 M. Suriyamoorthy Charcoal Art Abstract (#14) .,  Rare Views of British Era Madras, 4 Old Postcards .,  Army Games Bombay British India Era, Old Print 1895 .,  Beautiful Motor Cars In British India Era, 1908 PC .

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