This building was built inspired by Victorian Gothic architecture. It looks like an Italian castle, but it is a trains station in Bombay.
The Chhatrapati Shivaji train terminal station, located in Bombay, Indiais considered the most beautiful station in the world and was declared a World Heritage by UNESCO in 2004. It is an outstanding example of Victorian neo -Gothic architecture in India. Gothic architecture has left an indelible mark on art history, with imposing churches, cathedrals and public buildings that stand out for their majesty.
The Gothic architecture It is a European style that values the height and shows a complex and delicate aesthetic. It is one of the most distinctive architectural currents in the world. The buildings have elongated, spacious and are subject to certain basic geometry rules.
This arose in France in the twelfth century and extended throughout Europe and beyond its borders. The railroad station was built in the location of the old Bori Bunder railway station and is one of the most busy stations in India, serving as a terminal for long -distance trains and trains of near the suburban railroad of Bombay.
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The history of the construction of the station
Chhatrapati Shivaji, previously known as Victoria Terminus, It was designed by British architect FW Stevens, according to UNESCO. Its construction took around 10 years, starting in 1878, and was inspired by Italian models of the late Middle Ages. The building stands out for its imposing stone dome, turrets, pointed arches and an eccentric plant. It can be affirmed that it is a true crossing of cultures, since British architects collaborated with Indian artisans to incorporate their architectural tradition, while having influences from Italian architecture.
The terminal station is located on the banks of the Arabic sea and covers an area of 2.85 hectares. Currently, it is one of the main train stations in the city of Bombay, and more than 3 million travelers use it daily.
Who was Chhatrapati Shivaji
This Indian ruler, that founded the marathha andIn the seventeenth century, he was a member of the Bhonsle dynasty. It was characterized by its opposition to the Mughal dynasty and also dominated territories in Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. In India, it is considered a Hero thanks to its role in the independence movement of the Asian country.
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