In all of India, Delhi is one of the best places to visit for its museums. The city has over twenty museums, each of which proudly houses priceless relics and historic treasures. Not only can you learn a lot about the city in all aspects from these museums but also visit them as a part of your friends and family outings.
Here are 10 museums in Delhi that you must visit:
1. National Museum: The National Museum in Delhi is one of the most frequented one in the city which holds treasures that span over 5000 years of history. It is known for its extensive collection of art, artifacts and historical items.
Location: National Museum, Janpath, New Delhi, Delhi 110011, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, except on Mondays and public holidays.
2. Rail Museum: If you want to learn about India’s rich railway heritage, pay a visit to the National Rail Museum in New Delhi and gape in awe at the diverse collection of vintage locomotives, railcars and memorabilia.
Location: National Rail Museum, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110021, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Closed on Mondays)
3. Gandhi Smriti: A very famous museum in Delhi, the Gandhi Smriti has been made in honour of Mahatama Gandhi. Gandhiji was assassinated here by Nathuram Godse when he was on his way to offer his morning prayers. The museum has a huge collection of photographs and other memorabilia.
Location: 5, Tees January Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110011, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, closed on Mondays.
4. Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial: Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial is located at the site where the legend breathed his last. The museum is in the shape of a book signifying the constitution, spread across 2 acres. Some attractions here are the musical fountain, a replica of Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath and a 12 feet high bronze statue.
Location: Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial, 26, Alipur Road, Civil Lines, New Delhi, Delhi 110054, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, closed on Mondays and public holidays.
5. National Gallery of Modern Art: The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) is any art lover’s heaven as the museum houses paintings and art pieces dating back to the 1850s. It provides an extremely enriching experience.
Location: National Gallery of Modern Art, Jaipur House, India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003, India
Timings: 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM, except on Mondays and national holidays.
6. Crafts Museum: The Crafts Museum of Delhi, which is currently managed by the Ministry of Textiles, Government has the motive of showcasing the local art and crafts of India to the world. Various specimens of handicrafts, textiles and local decor are exhibited, protected and preserved here.
Location: National Handicrafts & Handlooms Museum, Bhairon Marg, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on Mondays and national holidays.
7. Shankar’s International Dolls Museum: If you want to take your kids to a museum, let it be the Shankar’s International Dolls Museum which is situated in the Children’s Book Trust Building in Delhi. Conceptualized by the famous cartoonist, K. Shankar Pillai, this museum has over 160 shelves full of dolls from all across the world.
Location: Shankar's International Dolls Museum, Nehru House, 4 Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110002, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, except on Mondays and public holidays.
8. National Science Centre: The National Science Centre is a science museum in Delhi which was established in 1992. It is great for kids and people who are into science. Several lectures, exhibitions and competitions are held here apart from regular science and history exhibits.
Location: National Science Centre, Pragati Maidan, Bhairon Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, closed on Holi and Diwali
9. Air Force Museum: The Air Force Museum in Delhi houses a collection of armoury and airplanes that depict the history of the Indian Air Force. The entire museum is split into viewing galleries and features multiple photographs.
Location: Air Force Museum, Palam, New Delhi, Delhi 110010, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on Mondays and public holidays.
10. National Philatelic Museum: The National Philatelic Museum in Delhi is a museum dedicated to postage stamps and philately. You can find the rarest of historic stamps here offering an extensive learning into the art and history s stamp design.
Location: National Philatelic Museum, Dak Bhawan, Sardar Patel Chowk, Sansad Marg, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays.
Which of these museums have you been to?
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