The Mahatma Gandhi Hall or
Town Hall is one of the prettiest buildings in Indore city of India.
Built in 1904, it was originally named King Edward Hall. In 1948, it was
renamed as Mahatma Gandhi Hall. It has a remarkable Indo-Gothic
structure and is made in Seoni stone.
Reflecting the Indo-Gothic
architectural style, rooms of this hall are decorated with frescoed
ceilings and gilded ornamental mouldings. Its splendid domes and
steeples are the landmark of the Indore city. It has a clock tower in
front and is popularly known as Ghanta Ghar. The central hall can
accommodate 2000 people at a time and is the venue of book, painting
exhibitions and fairs throughout the year. |
