So, during my visit to South Mumbai, I always find myself standing in awe before one of the city’s most majestic colonial structures — the Municipal Corporation Building (MCGM), right opposite the equally grand Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. This imposing Gothic Revival building isn’t just a marvel of architecture; it’s a living piece of Mumbai’s civic and historical legacy. It stands approximately 77.7 meters (255 feet) tall. This includes the height of its impressive central dome and tower.
In broad daylight, it showcases its stunning Gothic Revival architecture in natural light, revealing intricate stonework and colonial charm. By night, it transforms into a luminous spectacle, beautifully lit to highlight its grand dome and arches. A must-see landmark in both moods of Mumbai.
Built in 1893 and home to the Brihanmumbai (Greater Mumbai) Municipal Corporation (BMC), the MCGM Building is one of the finest examples of colonial-era craftsmanship in India.
Standing proudly before the MCGM Building is the statue of Sir Pherozeshah Mehta, a key figure in India’s civic and political history. Known as the “Father of Municipal Government in Bombay,” or “Lion of Bombay” his legacy echoes through the corridors of this historic institution he helped shape.
What makes this place even more special is its heritage status. It has been classified as a Grade II A heritage structure by the Mumbai Heritage Conservation Committee — a recognition that safeguards its architectural and historical significance under specific conservation guidelines.
For anyone who appreciates history and architecture, this building is a must-visit. It’s not just a functioning seat of local governance — it’s a symbol of Mumbai’s colonial legacy and the evolution of urban civic infrastructure in India.
360 View Photo
Whether you’re a tourist or a local rediscovering your city, don’t just pass by — pause, look-up, and take in the grandeur of Mumbai’s living history.
I am totally agree with you @JordanBurleson this building is made for the photo lens. There are few other beautiful buildings too from the British Colonial Era in the city of Mumbai.
@NandKK
I am glad to know that you appreciate the architecture of the MCGM building. It is an important historical landmark of Mumbai. I have been here many times. But one question was how did you take the 360 photos with your phone or with a 360 camera?
The 360 photo I had taken few years ago from my mobile, at that time there was an app to capture the 360 photo and upload them on Google map. But after that it was available to very few limited persons. I don’t have access to capture 360 photo now.
This is very nostalgic for me. @NandKK thanks.
This was on my regular walking route home from CSTM. My home was one kilometer away. The icons of Mumbai standing in front of each other is a beautiful sight in itself.
@NandKK
Thanks for sharing it ,all these building are beautiful built during British era,if you go for side there also you will find building made of black stone & I have seen at Kalyan Railway quarters & Railway school…
Waiting to see such more iconic post.Best wishes to you.
