National Gallery of Modern Art Review

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National Gallery of Modern Art

  • Address: M. G. Rd., near Regal Cinema, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra
  • Phone: 22/2285-2457; 22/2288-1790

Fodor's Review:

This imposing, classical-looking circular building has interiors that bring to mind a shrunk-down version of New York's Guggenheim Museum. Built in 1911 by Gateway architect George Wittet, it was once the Sir Cowasji Jehangir Public Hall. The venue for the concerts of the violinist Yehudi Menuhin and the rallies of Mahatma Gandhi, the hall still has the accoustics to match. Modern Indian art is displayed in an uncrowded, easy manner on four floors. It's not as spectacular as the Prince of Wales Museum across the street, but it's quiet, and worth a visit, especially if you're an art lover. On the top floor is Atul Dodiya's interesting interpretation of Bill and Chelsea Clinton's visit to India, hung side by side with portrait of Vladmir Putin's own visit.

  • Cost: Rs. 150
  • Open: Tues.-Sun. 11-6
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