University of Mumbai (Fort Campus) Mumbai
About
The historic Fort campus of Mumbai University features stunning Gothic Revival architecture, including the iconic Rajabai Clock Tower and the Convocation Hall, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Basic Information
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate or CST station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Mandapeshwar (0.3 km away) on the Line 2A.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Borivali (1.4 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of University of Mumbai (Fort Campus)
Nearby Local Train Stations
History
Founded in 1857, it is one of the oldest universities in India. The Gothic buildings were designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1878.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Rajabai Clock Tower is modeled after Big Ben
The university library houses over 400,000 volumes
The clock tower plays different tunes on different days
Pre-book the Rajabai Tower tour as slots are limited
The campus is stunning during golden hour
Combine with a heritage walk of the Fort area
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