Map of Delhi Depicting the Unique Museums to Visit in and Around Delhi[/caption]
Being the capital of India, Delhi is rich in history, culture and heritage. One of the oldest cities in the world, it is said that Delhi was built and destroyed several times. Although, amidst the coolest places to hangout, we often forget to experience Delhi in its truest sense. And to appreciate Delhi's history and culture, its monuments are the best testimony to that. However, even if we want to, the scorching summer heat comes our way.
In that case, we can surely check out museums which are another way of knowing a city better. Often when we think about museums, the word 'boredom' pops in our mind. Having said that, we've curated a list of some quirky and fun museums which will change your perception of museums surely. Enjoy a visit to these museums with family and friends.
Here is the list of top 5 unique museums to visit in and around Delhi:
please click Next to know the name of museums1. Madame Tussauds
Madame Tussauds is not required to be on your bucket list anymore. You don't have to travel all the way to London to get a selfie with your favourite star. It has opened in our own city in 2017. Here, you can hangout with all the A-listed stars; from Shahrukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan to Madonna and David Beckham.
Timings: Monday–Sunday, 10 am – 7:30 pm (Standard opening time)
Entry Fee: Rs 624 (adults) and Rs 494 (children)
Location: Regal Building, 44, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Rajeev Chowk (Yellow Line)
2. Ballimaran Haveli Mirza Ghalib
Mirza Ghalib's 300 year old haveli is a hidden treasure amidst the chaos of Chandni Chowk in Delhi. The haveli looks like an old battered structure now, but was once home to India's most celebrated Urdu poet. This haveli was given to him by a physician who was a fan. It's the same place where Ghalib has written some of the finest poetry. After he passed away, government took possession of this place and put it on the auction block. However, the buyer didn't leave any legal heir. Later in 1999, Delhi government restored a part of this haveli and turned it into Ghalib's Museum. In this nostalgic museum, you can see many relics and objects owned by Ghalib.
Timings: 10 am – 6 pm
Entry Fee: Free
Location: Qasim Jan Street, Ballimaran Road, Haveli Haider Kuli, Old Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk (Yellow Line)
3. Museo Camera
Museo Camera is another unique museum in Delhi NCR. This museum showcases vintage analogue cameras from the collection of photographer and art collector Aditya Arya. It has a collection of over 1,000 studio and portable cameras which range from 1880s to 1990s. Apart from that, it also has some cameras from personal collections, which are there as donations or gifts from other camera enthusiasts.
Timings: By appointment
Phone: 98100 09099
Entry Fee: Rs 300 for Indian ntaionals
Location: T-23/5, DLF phase 3, Gurugram
Nearest Metro Station: DLF Phase III Rapid Metro. Those coming from Delhi can take the Yellow Line upto Sikandarpur and change to Rapid Metro to reach the destination.
4. Sulabh International Museum of Toilets
This museum was started by the organizers of Sulabh NGO, who're working for improving India's sanitation issues. The museum showcases India's evolution of toilets. Some of them are as old as 200 years.
Timings: 8am – 8 pm; on Sundays, it is 10 am – 5 pm
Entry Fee: Free
Location: RZ-83, Sulabh Bhawan, Palam Dabri Road, Mahavir Enclave, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Dashrathpuri Metro Station (Magenta Line)
5. Railway Museum
Railways is one of the prominent modes of transport in India. The foundation of India's rail network was laid by the British. Today it spans 115,000 kilometres. To celebrate that, Indian Railways has opened a railway museum which is a must visit when in Delhi. This museum showcases more than 100 rail models, signalling equipment, antique train furniture, historic photographs and a working toy train among others.
Timings: 10 am – 4:30 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Entry: Rs 50 adults, Rs 10 Children (on weekdays)
Location: Shanti Path, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
Nearest Metro Station: Race Course (Yellow Line)
You don't have to be a nerd or a geek to visit these museums. They're equally fun for all age groups and types of people.
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