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Although the name sounds very grand, the museum is definitely a must see for science enthusiasts, especially those who are young. Has a section on DNA Science and also a section on Dinosaurs. A section on ancient Indian Science and Technology, including Vedic Mathematics & Ayurveda. The "Energy Ball" display near the entrance is interesting and perhaps the most captivating of all.
The National Science Centre established in 1992, is a science museum in Delhi, India. It is part of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), an autonomous body under India's Ministry of Culture. It stands close to Gate no 1, of Bharat Mandapam overlooking the Purana Qila.
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राष्ट्रीय हस्तशिल्प एवं हथकरघा संग्रहालय Rashṭrīya Hastashilp evam Hathkarghā Sangrahālay
Also sells handicrafts.
formerly Pragati Maidan
A venue for large exhibitions and conventions in New Delhi, and one of the largest in India, overlooking the Purana Qila opposite gate number 1. It houses exhibition halls, eateries, performance spaces and compounds and hosts over 70 national and international exhibitions annually, with the largest being the India International Trade Fair (IITF). During the exhibitions, entry of visitors is also allowed through Gate No. 4 on Bhairon Marg. Rock shows and plays are held quite frequently. There is also an internal shuttle service for those who do not wish to walk.
The northern gate of Purana Qila. It has a marble carving of warring lions with a man in front.
A small elongagted stepwell (baoli) located near the Qila-i-Kuhna Masjid and Sher Mandal.
पुराना क़िला Purānā Qilā, Old Fort
The walled citadel of Mughal Emperor Humayun. It was later turned into an urban village before becoming a monument. Ruins of the 16th-century city of Shergarh, this complex sits on top of what is believed to be the site of Indraprastha, the capital of the Pandavas in the Mahabharata epic. The citadel contains several structures which include 3 gateways. Apart from that the complex contain a pavilion, a mosque along with a hammam and step well
Big Gate
The eastern gateway. It is the only functional gate of the fort.