Rajabhai Clock Tower
Mumbai
Monument
Located within the premises of the University of Mumbai campus, the Rajabai Clock Tower, a landmark of South Mumbai, stands at a height of 85 m (280 ft). It was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott, an English architect, who modelled it on the iconic Big Ben of London.
The foundation stone was laid on 1st March, 1869 and was completed in November 1878. It included 2 Lakh rupees in total which also includes the cost of construction and the amount was borne by Mr.Premchand Roychand.
He is a prosperous broker who launched Bombay Stock Exchange. The tower has been closed for the masses after a spate of suicides in the last decade.
Rajabai Clock Tower, which is located within the premises of the University of Mumbai is one of the most loved landmarks of Mumbai. The clock tower actually houses the library of the University.