The architecture of the British Raj period in India was designed to intimidate and assert dominance over the local Indian population. Gothic and neo-Gothic styles were used as they conveyed a sense of being European, Christian, and technologically advanced. Some buildings, like the Victoria Terminus train station in Mumbai, were fantastical designs meant to overwhelm Indian culture. However, some Raj buildings incorporated some Indian elements. The British settlements in places like Shimla featured extremely grandiose buildings that seem out of place. Modern Indian views on preserving this architectural legacy are mixed, with opinions on both restoring and removing such colonial-era structures.