The Taj Mahal Palace
Designed by architects Sitaram Khanderao Vaidya and D. N. Mirza, Mumbai’s most iconic hotel has awed visitors from around the world for more than a century now. The Arabian Sea-facing hotel was built under Jamshetji Tata in 1903 and drew inspiration from around the world – showcasing striking Victorian Gothic, Romanesque and Edwardian elements. The Taj Mahal Palace’s prominent dome served as the first clear marker of the Bombay harbour until the construction of the nearby Gateway of India.