Dolls Museum in Delhi: Here's why you should visit even if you're an adult
Do you remember the simpler days of your life back when you were a child and rushing back to your home to play was all you were worried about? Back when cafe culture was not a thing we would actually explore the sights that Delhi had to offer. As children, spending a holiday at Appu Ghar, Rail Bhawan or a dolls museum followed by a picnic at India Gate was the definition of a gala time.
Where did all the questions that we had as a child go? Our curiosity and zest to learn something new somehow got lost as we grew up and now all we do on our weekends is either go to the mall, grab a beer or watch a movie. And sometimes, you do not even get out!?
If your interest is piqued, then keep reading to take yourself back in time and let us convince you, why you should visit or re-visit Shankar¡¯s International Dolls Museum in Delhi as an adult.
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History
Located on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, this museum has stood since the days when Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru was our president and was founded by political cartoonist, K. Shankar Pillai who was also a collector of dolls. His fascination with dolls began when he received one as a gift from a Hungarian official and soon he amassed an impressive collection of 500 dolls from all over the globe.
But it was after Indira Gandhi visited an exhibition with her father where he was showcasing them, that they teamed up to set up this museum that officially started on 30th November 1965, and has been open for visitors since then from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm except on Monday.
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Collection
Starting with a collection of 1000 dolls, currently, the museum proudly boasts a collection of nearly 6000 costume dolls from around 85 countries of the world, making it a must-visit place for anyone who has a fascination for the culture of countries in the Middle East, East-Asia, Africa and Europe. The museum also holds dolls from the US, New Zealand and Australia.
But, that is not all, you can also learn about our Indian culture and history with 150 different kinds of Indian dolls that reflect the country's culture, history, and artistic expression. These dolls are clothed in traditional attire from every state including sarees and suits. Little bride and groom dolls that depict Indian wedding customs are also included in the collection.
?As we grow up the sprawling markets, shopping complexes and malls or streets bustling with eateries are where our mind goes whenever we make a plan to catch up with a friend, or spend some quality time with our family, and unique places such as Shankar¡¯s International Dolls Museum gets goes unnoticed. Whether you want to learn about Kabuki and Samurai culture from Japan or the British history that fascinates you, this museum is the place to see!
Visiting this unique dolls museum will not only provide you with a healthy escape from your stressful life while simultaneously enriching your mind but also take you back to the charm of your childhood days. So the next time you look for interesting things to do in Delhi, keep note of this amazing place that will take you on a cultural ride all over the globe, and back in time at the same time.
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