capital of Maharashtra. From old historical forts to art galleries, the city is bubbling with heritage and tradition. To showcase the history of the city to the rest of the world, Pune has these 7 must-visit museums.
* Raja Dinkar Kelkar MuseumOne of the best known and most visited museums in Pune, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is based on the collection of the late Dr. D G Kelkar and houses more than 20,000 artifacts. The museum has an impressive display of antiques like utensils, writing tools, musical instruments and wooden objects.
* Tribal MuseumLocated on Queen’s Road, the Tribal Museum showcases the culture of the various tribes of Maharashtra. Many of the artifacts displayed at the museum have been collected from the Sahyadri and Gondwana regions of Maharashtra. The collection of tribal objects includes jewelry, musical instruments, and black magic tools. The museum is very popular among tourists, researchers, and culture buffs.
* National War MuseumThe National War Museum was built in 1997 and is dedicated to the armed forces of India. The 25-feet tall construction is a top attraction among visitors and is a landmark of sorts. One of the most popular displays is a MIG 2 BN used in the Kargil War. There are also collections of arms, uniforms and other war artifacts.
* Darshan MuseumThose interested in spirituality must visit the Darshan Museum, dedicated to the life and teachings of modern spiritual guru Sadhu Vaswani. The museum is part of the Sadhu Vaswani charitable organization.
* Tilak MuseumThis museum is dedicated to the life and history of notable freedom fighter Lokmanya Tilak. The collections include poems by Tilak and various photographs chronicling the life of the man.
* Gandhi National Memorial SocietySituated in the Aga Khan Palace, the Gandhi National Memorial Society holds a significant place because this is where Mahatma Gandhi and his wife were imprisoned during the freedom movement. Besides a khadi and textile shop and a picture gallery, Kasturba Gandhi’s relics can also be found here.