9. Prince of Wales Museum, Mumbai

The Prince of Wales Museum is a magnificent structure located in Mumbai and is considered one of the city's heritage buildings. The Prince of Wales laid the foundation stone for this building on November 11, 1905, and it was established as a museum on January 10, 1922. The Museum's façade is a sight to behold and stands in the middle of a vast green garden. Adorned with impressive stonework and latticework, the architecture of the Prince of Wales Museum is a blend of Indian, Mughal and British engineering styles. Inside, the Museum houses nearly 50,000 of some of the most exquisite artifacts related to India's rich and diverse history.

Now known as 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalay', the Prince of Wales Museum is a Grade I listed heritage building in the city and ranks among one of the most prominent museums in India. The complex displays a large collection of ancient artifacts, artworks and sculptors from the country, providing a unique insight into our past. The building also underwent a major renovation, after which several new galleries were opened, adorning the artwork of the Hindu god Krishna, textiles, and traditional Indian costumes. Preserved in its best form, the Prince of Wales Museum represents India's glory and rich past.