The Asiatic Society of Mumbai, Mumbai

Name: The Asiatic Society of Mumbai
Address: Town Hall, Opposite Horniman Circle, Mumbai, 400001, India
Telephone: +91 22 2266 5139

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The Asiatic Society of Mumbai is a learned society in the field of Asian studies based in Mumbai, India. It can trace its origin to the Literary Society of Bombay which first met in Mumbai on 26 November 1804, and was founded by Sir James Mackintosh. It was formed with the intention of "promoting useful knowledge, particularly such as is now immediately connected with India". After the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland was established in London in 1823, the Literary Society of Bombay became affiliated with it and was known as the Bombay Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society since 1830. The Bombay Geographical Society merged with it in 1873, followed by the Anthropological Society of Bombay in 1896. In 1954, it was separated from the Royal Asiatic Society and renamed the Asiatic Society of Bombay. In 2002, it acquired its present name. It is funded by an annual grant from the Central Government of India. ()

Local name: एशियाटिक सोसायटी Established: 1804 (221 years ago)Coordinates: 18°55'55"N, 72°50'10"E

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Town Hall, Opposite Horniman CircleColaba (Gateway of India)Mumbai 400001 India

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+91 22 2266 5139

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The Asiatic Society of Mumbai – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Flora Fountain, Wellington Fountain, Rajabai Clock Tower.

0.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Mumbai
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~1560 ftW
Fountain, Historical place
Flora Fountain, Mumbai
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mumbai, Flora Fountain stands as an elegant testament to the city's colonial past and vibrant history. This majestic fountain, located at the busy junction of five streets in South Mumbai's Fort business district, is a fusion of water...
0.5 miSW
Monuments and statues
Wellington Fountain, Mumbai
14 min walk • The Wellington Fountain stands as a testament to Mumbai's rich colonial history, a historical landmark nestled in the bustling heart of the city. Situated at the southern end of the famous Colaba Causeway, this elegant structure was erected in honor of the Duke of...
0.4 miW
, Tower
Rajabai Clock Tower, Mumbai
11 min walk • The Rajabai Clock Tower, a distinguished landmark in the bustling city of Mumbai, India, stands as a fusion of Venetian and Gothic architectural styles. Nestled within the campus of the University of Mumbai, this historical tower reaches a height of 85 meters and has...
~730 ftN
Museum, Art museum, History museum
RBI Monetary Museum, Mumbai
4 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Mumbai, the RBI Monetary Museum offers a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of Indian financial history. This museum, curated by the Reserve Bank of India, serves as a repository of the country's monetary heritage, showcasing a vast...
~1380 ftSW
Street, Shopping, Market
Dalal Street, Mumbai
7 min walk • Dalal Street, a bustling thoroughfare in the heart of Mumbai, India, is synonymous with the country's financial pulse. It houses the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Asia's oldest stock exchange, and is often referred to as India's Wall Street.
0.5 miN
Cinema, Nightlife
Capitol Cinema, Mumbai
14 min walk • Capitol Cinema is one of the Mumbai's oldest theatres. Located just opposite Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, it was built by Kunvarji Paghtivala. It is a Heritage grade II Victorian structure constructed in 1879.
0.5 miW
, Cinema, Nightlife
Eros Cinema, Mumbai
14 min walk • The Eros Cinema is an Art Deco style, now defunct, cinema theatre located in Cambata Building at Churchgate, Mumbai, India. It has a seating capacity of 1,204 people per show. Architects Shorabji Bhedwar designed the Streamline Moderne building, it marked the beginning of Back Bay reclamation in early 1938.
0.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai
12 min walk • Jehangir Art Gallery is an art gallery in Mumbai. It was founded by Sir Cowasji Jehangir at the urging of K. K. Hebbar and Homi Bhabha. It was built in 1952. Managed by the Committee of Management, the entire cost of this mansion was donated by Cowasji Jehangir.
~830 ftW
Grand, historical Anglican cathedral
St. Thomas Cathedral, Mumbai
4 min walk • St. Thomas Cathedral, Mumbai, is the cathedral church of the Diocese of Mumbai of the Church of North India. Named in honour of Saint Thomas the Apostle, the cathedral is located in the historic centre of Mumbai, Horniman Circle, and is close to Flora Fountain and Bombay House.
~930 ftN
Memorial
Bomanjee Hormarjee Wadia Clock Tower, Mumbai
5 min walk • Bomanjee Hormarjee Wadia Clock Tower is a heritage structure in Fort, Mumbai, India, that was erected in 1882 using public funds as a token of appreciation for Bomanjee Hormarjee Wadi, a Parsi philanthropist who had contributed to the cause of education in the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Asiatic Society of Mumbai?

Nearby attractions include Horniman Circle Garden, Mumbai (2 min walk), Bombay Castle, Mumbai (4 min walk), RBI Monetary Museum, Mumbai (4 min walk), St. Thomas Cathedral, Mumbai (4 min walk).

How to get to The Asiatic Society of Mumbai by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Asiatic Society of Mumbai:

Bus

Churchgate (13 min walk)
Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Chowk (13 min walk)

Train

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus - CSMT (14 min walk)
Mumbai CSMT (16 min walk)