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The History of Raj Bhavan, Mumbai

Contents

The Tides of Time
Winds of Change
Bombay Castle
New House
Sans Pareil
Malabar Point
Raj Bhavan
Jal Bhushan
Jal Chintan
Jal Lakshan

• Jal Vihar

Jal Sabhagraha
Heritage Bequeathed

Jal Vihar

Interior of Jal ViharThe Banquet Hall is now called the Jal Vihar. Carved screens, designed by poetic craftsmen separate the dining area from the reception hall.

The vaulted ceilings of both halls are crowned by moulding of the Ashoka Lions of India. The floors are laid with priceless Persian carpets inlaid with ancient motifs that evoke the Mughal era.

The Governor hosts banquets here for dignitaries and visiting Heads of State. Sterling occasions when the silver salvers reflect the luminescence of the tiered chandeliers. With each artistic leitmotif echoing another, Jal Vihar creates for guests an impressive dining experience.

 

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