The National Rail Museum, (Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, India) is a premier museum dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Indian Railways. This 11-acre Museum was established in 1977 and has an extensive outdoor and indoor exhibition of vintage locomotives, carriages, and railway memorabilia. I explored this museum when I visited New Delhi for a meet-up in Google’s Noida Office.
This museum includes unique exhibits like the Fairy Queen (one of the world’s oldest working steam locomotives), the Patiala State Monorail (a rare and unique monorail system), etc. The museum also has an indoor gallery, a miniature train ride, and interactive exhibits that engage visitors of all ages.
Visitors can explore a wide range of artefacts, including historical photographs, signalling equipment, and models that highlight the technological evolution of Indian Railways. A visit to the National Rail Museum is both, educational and enjoyable, making it a must-see for railway enthusiasts, students and families alike.
The ‘Rail Cafeteria’ is a beautifully designed structure (refer to photo). And, the public convenience building is accessible (, , ); and, most of the museum also is accessible. The area is neatly maintained and this place is worth visiting.
Thanks a lot @TravellerG Sir for showing us the museum through your lens. Beautiful pictures. Amazing photography. My travel bucket list is increasing. Should plan this year.
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Thank you for sharing @TravellerG sir.I loved every pictures Especially the third one which shows the international builder and number plate board,thats a unique picture and i had never seen it before.
Wonderful informative post about Railway museum @TravellerG . 5th photo is my favourite because as a engineer, I more keen into engines. I like the way to wrote the Accessibility feature of the museum!
Side note : as we know wheelchair accessible Ramps and tactile pavings are present in most Indian railway station. In this year or so, every/most station will have Braille feature added to them (for example: Braille on handlebars). Also Differently abled bathrooms are going to installed.
Thank you for sharing amazing information or pictures too. I know that Indian Railways wagons number or nomenclature system but your third picture is amazing. I never know about it. Again thank you for sharing. @TravellerG
It is such a fascinating post @TravellerG sir. The railway museum is great place of history and a place to look to the past. I did miss the chance to visit the museum while I was in Delhi.
Excellent description and pictures @TravellerG! Thank you for sharing this wonderful National Railway Musuem post with us. Somethings resonated with childhood memories as well!
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@TravellerG sir.I loved every pictures Especially the third one which shows the international builder and number plate board,thats a unique picture and i had never seen it before.
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