India Mint Stamp
Lokith Philately
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Maharashtra
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Maharashtra
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Date of issue: 14.07.2023
Date of issue: 14.07.2023
Pin code: 400001
Pin code: 400001
Status: Active
Status: Active
PO Name: Mumbai G.P.O.
PO Name: Mumbai G.P.O.
Description: General Post Office, Mumbai is located near the Victoria Terminus, which is a magnificent testament to the architectural and historical heritage of the city. The building was conceived and designed in 1902 by the British architect John Begg, who was the consultant architect to the British government. This construction was Started on 1 September 1904 and was completed on 13 March 1913 at the cost of 718,09,000/-.
Description: General Post Office, Mumbai is located near the Victoria Terminus, which is a magnificent testament to the architectural and historical heritage of the city. The building was conceived and designed in 1902 by the British architect John Begg, who was the consultant architect to the British government. This construction was Started on 1 September 1904 and was completed on 13 March 1913 at the cost of 718,09,000/-.
Black basalt with yellow Kurla stone was used for decoration and white stones from Dhangadhra have been used prominently in the building. The building has an area of 120,000 square feet which was inspired by the Gol Gumbaz at Vijayapura (Bijapur) and is an iconic structure with the second largest dome in India and is a blend of the Victorian and Indo-Saracenic architectural styles. The building has a majestic central dome, arched windows, ornate carvings and intricate details. The grand Victorian façade, with its grand Corinthian columns and decorative motifs, exudes grandeur and sophistication. Indo-Saracenic influence is evident in the incorporation of Mughal and Hindu architectural elements, such as latticework, domes and minar-like structures.
Black basalt with yellow Kurla stone was used for decoration and white stones from Dhangadhra have been used prominently in the building. The building has an area of 120,000 square feet which was inspired by the Gol Gumbaz at Vijayapura (Bijapur) and is an iconic structure with the second largest dome in India and is a blend of the Victorian and Indo-Saracenic architectural styles. The building has a majestic central dome, arched windows, ornate carvings and intricate details. The grand Victorian façade, with its grand Corinthian columns and decorative motifs, exudes grandeur and sophistication. Indo-Saracenic influence is evident in the incorporation of Mughal and Hindu architectural elements, such as latticework, domes and minar-like structures.