Mumbai, the most populous city in India, and the ninth most populous agglomeration in the world, with an estimated population of 18.4 million, lies on the west coast of India, at the mouth of the Ulhas River, on Salsette Island (originally seven islands which merged in the 18th century). It was named an alpha world city, and it is the wealthiest city in India, having the highest GDP of any city in South, West, or Central Asia. Its architecture is a blend of Gothic Revival, Indo-Saracenic, Art Deco, and other contemporary styles. Most of the buildings during the British period were built in Gothic Revival style.
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