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George Wittet

George Wittet was a renowned Scottish architect who worked mainly in India during the early 20th century. He is best known for designing several iconic buildings, especially in Mumbai (formerly Bombay), including the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and the Prince of Wales Museum. Wittet combined traditional Indian architectural elements with Western styles, creating structures that are both functional and culturally significant. His work played a major role in shaping the architectural landscape of colonial India, leaving a lasting legacy of historic and culturally important buildings.