Humayun's Tomb Museum : India's first 'Sunken Museum'

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Hi Fellow LGs,

I recently visited Humayun’s Tomb Museum which has the distinction of being India’s first ‘Sunken Museum’

Replica of the Neela Gumbad
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Features :

  • More than 500 artifacts on display, many of them for the first time
  • It is inspired by the traditional Baolis or stepwells, hence it is named as Sunken Museum
  • It has 2D and 3D interactive exhibits
  • It showcases insights on the life of the Mughal empire, especially that of Humayun.
  • It also showcases the rich heritage of Nizamuddin area, where revered Sufi Saint Nizamuddin Auliya and many important people from the Mughal Era are entombed

History :

  • It is developed by the Aga Khan Trust in collaboration with the Archaeological Survey of India
  • It took almost 10 years to build, and it is a product of 25 years of conservation efforts across the Humayun’s tomb complex

Names of galleries inside the museum :

  • Where the Emperor rests : Highlights the architectural splendor of Humayun’s Tomb
  • Icons of a Sacred Landscape : It has insights on Historical figures like Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya, Rahim, Amir Khusrau, Dara Shikoh and many others
  • Immersive 270 degree digital screen which shows us the virtual tour of the World Heritage Site

One of the highlights of the exhibition is a 18 foot high golden finial of the Humayun’s Tomb, which was initially places at the top of the dome, but was knocked off due to a storm in 2014. It now stands as a centerpiece of the museum, restored by conservation experts.

Replica of Sher Mandal located in Purana Qila
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Double Dome structure of Humayun's Tomb
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The Golden Finial which broke out in 2014
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Accessibility :

:restroom::wheelchair_symbol::check_mark: Wheelchair accessible washrooms are available
:wheelchair_symbol::check_mark: Wheelchair accessible entrance is available
:wheelchair_symbol::p_button::check_mark: Wheelchair accessible parking is available
:admission_tickets: Tickets can be purchased in the ticket counter available in the entrance to the museum, costs Rs. 50 per person for Indian Citizens

Regards,

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Very well written @Ssiddharth2000

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Thank you @ShreyaMusings :blush:

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Oh, I missed to visit this museum during my last visit.
Thank you for sharing this post @Ssiddharth2000

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This looks really amazing and well written @Ssiddharth2000:slight_smile:

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Thank you @NareshDarji ji, please plan your next visit to Delhi soon, it would be my pleasure to show you around this museum.

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Thank you @Manishhh :blush:

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Sure, @Ssiddharth2000
We will explore this place together.

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Very good information about Humayun’s Tomb Museum @Ssiddharth2000

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Well captured details @Ssiddharth2000.

A vital piece of information with the latest development.

Thanks for sharing.

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Wonderful post and photographs! @Ssiddharth2000

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We missed it during our last visit due to time constraints but will surely cover it next time. @Ssiddharth2000

Cheers!

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This is a refreshingly new addition to the Humayun Tomb tourist area which is already full of so many monuments :+1:

Excellent photos and information @Ssiddharth2000 - Let’s explore it during a future meetup in Delhi.

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Thank you for your kind words @NituSingh

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Thank you for your kind appreciation dear @Kumaarsantosh

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Thank you @K.K.Sharma ji :blush:

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Thank you for your comments @AjitThite dada :folded_hands:

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Thank you @TusharSuradkar we will surely explore this place together, looking forward to it

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Very interesting… dear friend @Ssiddharth2000
Yes, I have visited Humayun’s Tomb two times; but, I think this museum is a new addition… Right?
You have well described and the photos are really impressive.
Thank you very much.
Regards
:folded_hands::heart::handshake:

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Thank you dear @TravellerG sir, your words inspire me to contribute more and more. Highly appreciate your guidance. Yes, the Humayun’s Tomb Museum is a recent addition, it was inaugurated on 29th July 2024.