[Hybrid] India, June 01, Explore the World in Miniature – International Dolls Museum, Delhi

Date: Sunday, 01 June 2025
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Shankar’s International Dolls Museum, Nehru House, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Delhi
Meeting Point: Museum Entrance Gate at 10:45 AM sharp

Namaste Local Guide Friends!

I’m excited to invite you to a very special Connect Meetup at one of Delhi’s most unique and culturally rich destinations – the Shankar’s International Dolls Museum.

This isn’t just a museum—it’s a magical place where history, art, culture, and childhood memories come together! With over 6,500+ dolls from 85+ countries, it’s a perfect spot for Local Guides to explore, learn, and contribute to Google Maps in meaningful ways.

Why You Should Join This Meetup:

1. Discover a Hidden Gem
The museum is a treasure trove of miniature masterpieces. From traditional Japanese dolls to tribal Indian figures and European porcelain beauties—each doll has a story to tell.

2. Improve Your Local Guide Contributions
We’ll learn how to write high-quality reviews, capture useful photos and 360° images, and add valuable information about cultural institutions like museums to Google Maps.

3. Network & Connect
Meet fellow Local Guides, share tips, and enjoy quality time discussing Maps contributions, travel stories, and new features.

4.Accessibility :-Discuss accessibility observations and contribute suggestions to improve inclusive navigation.

5.Map Editing -Learn and practice how to update place info, fix inaccuracies, and add new locations on Google Maps.

  • Capture and contribute great photos to enrich Google Maps.

Meetup Highlights:

Guided exploration of the museum

Discussion on how to add value to lesser-known places on Google Maps

Photography tips (mobile & 360°)

Group photo and community bonding session

What to Bring:

Valid ID (for entry if required)

Smartphone or camera

Notebook and pen (optional, for review notes)
A curious mind and happy smile!

Things to Note:

Museum entry ticket is approx. INR 20 (subject to change).

Photography may be restricted in some areas—please follow museum rules.

No food or drinks allowed inside; plan accordingly.

Let’s celebrate culture, history, and community together!

Looking forward to seeing you at the meetup!

#LocalGuides #ConnectMeetup #DelhiLocalGuides #MapsForCulture #InternationalDollsMuseum

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Thank you @Gvipin for planning this. It’s been 2 decades since I have been there

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@Gvipin This meet-up sounds so interesting. I would love to be there , however it’s falling neck to neck with my personal engagement. I will try my best to there. Great going Vipin :+1:

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Interesting concept of the meet-up
All the best Vipin ji
@Gvipin

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Congratulations @Gvipin

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@ShreyaMusings ji,
Since 2 months I am out of Delhi due to some official work. coming to Delhi.

I planned this yesterday with @Ssiddharth2000 Ji

Hope we everyone enjoy this meet up and Make the google maps spam free.

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Thanks @VikramSingh_Valera ji.

Your signature has very true line" Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless

@Trishatishu
Thanks Trisha Ji for your valuable comment.
We (Delhi Team) , Try to explore every hidden/ interesting places of Delhi.

Our plan is always set to explore delhi on every Sunday or when we free.

As a local guides we love to explore places and it’s accessibility.

Your posts are also very interesting because they are very detailed and images are perfect Clicked .

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@SonamW ji
Thanks for your valuable comments.

Through this meetup we will explore the International Doll’s museum.

Congratulations on choosing this amazing place for the meetup dear @Gvipin
I missed visiting here while living in Delhi because it was closed during lockdown and did not open soon.

My best wishes for the meetup :handshake:

I will see it virtually now, of they allow photography inside.

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@TusharSuradkar Sir

Thanks for your appreciation,
We will do a virtual session,if they allow inside we will explore on virtual session also

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Great dear @Gvipin
Congratulations for this Hybrid Meetup, dear friend…
What is the exact time of the virtual session, please.
Of course, the meet-up Link will be picked from TeamIndia Group on the meet up day.
Best wishes for all the success, dear Vipin…
Most sincerely
:handshake::bouquet:

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Thanks for asking this question @TravellerG
I had the same - pan-India groups are great facilitators in such cases.
Thank you for building one.

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Thanks @TravellerG Sir

Your words always encourage us.

Sure Sir, we will have virtual session, Virtual session link and timings will be shared here and team India group both before one day of meet up.

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That’s a very commendable idea of yours. And you have never missed a opportunity to praise me again and again.
You know how great person you are! Always spread your greatness.

Vipin Ji 有り難う御座います
@Gvipin

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Congratulations @Gvipin ji for an upcoming meet-up, you always come with interesting location and insights :blush::folded_hands:

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Hello dear friend @TusharSuradkar

Thank you very much for your full hearted support to run TeamIndia Group as an active Admin…
Highly appreciate and thank you for your valuable contributions…
Most sincerely
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Hope you will do the needful…we didn’t get the Virtual Meet-up timing…
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