Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya - National Museum of Mankind
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya - National Museum of Mankind, Bhopal: Address, Phone Number, Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya - National Museum of Mankind Reviews: 4.5/5
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya - National Museum of Mankind
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya - National Museum of Mankind
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AnilAggarwal
Kurukshetra, India6,767 contributions
Nov 2021
This museum covers area of about 200 acres in Shamla hills & largest Anthropological museum , It has 8 open air exhibitions & 12 indoor galleries in VEETHI SANKUL. It is a showcase of mankind history.
Open air exhibitions are as follow
Tribal habitat
Himalayan village
Mythological trail
Sacred groves
Traditional technology park
Bhopal gallery (Avriti bhawan )
Prehistoric rock sheters
Desert village
Coastal village
Veethi Sankul -an indoor exhibition in 12 galleries on 2 floors. It depicts man's journey from prehistoric period to this age. Rich presentation of tribal & rural culture.
Entry ticket Rs 50/= per head
In Veethi Sankul there are facilities of drinking water & washrooms at many galleries.
Suggestion
Have at least half day to enjoy
There should be guide services. In many countries ,people,students give voluntary
services in such museums after training ,free of cost
Must visit museum
Open air exhibitions are as follow
Tribal habitat
Himalayan village
Mythological trail
Sacred groves
Traditional technology park
Bhopal gallery (Avriti bhawan )
Prehistoric rock sheters
Desert village
Coastal village
Veethi Sankul -an indoor exhibition in 12 galleries on 2 floors. It depicts man's journey from prehistoric period to this age. Rich presentation of tribal & rural culture.
Entry ticket Rs 50/= per head
In Veethi Sankul there are facilities of drinking water & washrooms at many galleries.
Suggestion
Have at least half day to enjoy
There should be guide services. In many countries ,people,students give voluntary
services in such museums after training ,free of cost
Must visit museum
Written 7 December 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Let's Go Sightseeing
Noida, India2,744 contributions
Jan 2021
If you want a heart rush of anthropology, this is the place! We arrived at the Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya to know more about the tribes of India. Idols from Bastar, Life-size dwelling complex models, tribal arts, etc.
The IGRMS was so vast that we managed to cover only 2 parts of it - the Tribal Habitat & the Veethi Sankul (indoor exhibition). Also because we'd come here in the evening. I intend to return & spend a full day here...
This autonomous organization of the Government of India has done a remarkable job of making anthropology accessible & interesting to the common person... In fact, the materials which are traditionally used for construction of the tribal dwellings were transported to Bhopal for creating the replicas. Astounding!
The IGRMS was so vast that we managed to cover only 2 parts of it - the Tribal Habitat & the Veethi Sankul (indoor exhibition). Also because we'd come here in the evening. I intend to return & spend a full day here...
This autonomous organization of the Government of India has done a remarkable job of making anthropology accessible & interesting to the common person... In fact, the materials which are traditionally used for construction of the tribal dwellings were transported to Bhopal for creating the replicas. Astounding!
Written 12 October 2021
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travelforfun75
Pune, India113 contributions
Feb 2021
There is nothing much inside this museum. Very few exhibits when we went there. A few small statues, tribal habitat etc. Some exhibitions are held here. The location is near upper lake on Shyamala hills. You can avoid this place if you do not have much time.
Written 10 July 2021
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Abhinishv
Secunderabad, India614 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
The entry ticket of the exhibition on various tribal culture is Rs.50 per person. There is lot of parking place inside the premises and the exhibition is spread over a large area. The place has a canteen, a central museum & a big auditorium. Here houses of various tribal cultures have been replicated including some handicrafts too. The whole activity may take approx 2 hours since a lot of walking is involved. It's recommended to park your vehicle next to the central museum. A must visit for children.
Written 23 March 2021
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hussainnajma17
Jaipur, India88 contributions
Jan 2021
Very nice place to visit in Bhopal, specially for students to understand the anthropology with different cultures and evolution of man.
Written 23 February 2021
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Vikas Singh
Hyderabad, India3,965 contributions
Feb 2020
IGRMS is the largest anthropological museum in the country. Spread over a large area it is physically impossible to see everything in one go. If you really want to understand the anthropological history and heritage of India, plan to spend at least four hrs everyday spread over three-four days. Photography is allowed. Do not waste your time in the indoor gallery. The outdoor exhibits are worth your money. On your way from main ticket counter till parking area keep stopping to view the exhibits on both sides of the road. A nice restaurant on small hillock serves good traditional food.
Written 9 March 2020
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SZ111
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India70 contributions
Dec 2019
This beautiful and enriching museum is located on the Shamla Hills area of Bhopal and is spread over about 210 acres of rocky and forested land.
Just a slow drive through this place is an experience in its kind. The anthropology museum depicts the history of mankind. The place has several open and enclosed exhibit places and they are usually depicting interesting subjects. Details on whats going on can be seen on their web page most of the times the site is updated and gives a fair idea on whats going on..
A must visit if you are in Bhopal. Morning and evenings are better as the days are hot on the near bare and rocky hill top.
Just a slow drive through this place is an experience in its kind. The anthropology museum depicts the history of mankind. The place has several open and enclosed exhibit places and they are usually depicting interesting subjects. Details on whats going on can be seen on their web page most of the times the site is updated and gives a fair idea on whats going on..
A must visit if you are in Bhopal. Morning and evenings are better as the days are hot on the near bare and rocky hill top.
Written 1 February 2020
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Mohan
Panchkula, India26 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
This is a multifaceted museum. It starts by tracing the origin of mankind and then show cases the habitat, culture and day to day life in different parts of India.
The museum is exceptionally well maintained and the staff is very friendly.
A must if you are visiting Bhopal. Needs at least half a day to do full justice. Must club with the neighbouring Tribal Museum.
The museum is exceptionally well maintained and the staff is very friendly.
A must if you are visiting Bhopal. Needs at least half a day to do full justice. Must club with the neighbouring Tribal Museum.
Written 1 November 2019
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982pradipb
Navi Mumbai, India401 contributions
Aug 2019
A walk through the history of mankind . it is an autonomous institution run by the Ministry of Culture , GOI . The human evolution at large and the evolution of tribal lives through the centuries in India are depicted in this large partly open air museum . It's an experience in itself . A half a day is perhaps needed to minutely observe the exhibits . But we missed an audio aid to take you through the place . Further. the sales counter lacks teeth . However it was a wonderful place to visit for history and anthropology enthusiasts .
Written 19 August 2019
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Gopal M
Bhopal, India74 contributions
Sep 2018 • Family
It's location is very prime, with upper Lake in front and van vihar on side.
Total area is very big so it is better to go with your vehicle. Lot to see and photographed. If lucky one can get a glimpse of tiger in van vihar from here.
Happy time
Total area is very big so it is better to go with your vehicle. Lot to see and photographed. If lucky one can get a glimpse of tiger in van vihar from here.
Happy time
Written 7 July 2019
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What is the entry fees and time of the museum
Yajnaseni R
Mumbai, India58 contributions
Timing is from 10 AM to 5.30 P.M.
naveen8055
Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India
Hello...am Naveen. a student of architecture from SPA-V...& am planning to visit d museum to document it for case study, as a part of my academics..i need to take pics and have talk with people if possible....
so do i need to take permission or i can directly come in...??
thank u in advance..
AtulKB
Mumbai, India1,043 contributions
Taking pictures should not be a problem, you can pay camera fee. However, it would be best if you take prior appointment with senior staff member to get more information concerning your project.
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