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In which period was the legendary Victoria Terminus station (currently Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus), Mumbai built? |
1843 to 1853 1911 to 1921 1878 to 1888 1933 to 1943 |
1878 to 1888 |
The correct answer is Option 3- 1878 to 1888 The station was designed by British architect Frederick William Stevens and was built to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria. It is made of yellow Kurla stone and is decorated with intricate carvings and stained-glass windows. The station has a central dome that is surrounded by four smaller domes and is flanked by two minarets. CST is one of the busiest railway stations in India and serves as a major hub for both long-distance and suburban trains. It is also a popular tourist destination due to its architectural and historical significance. |