Gandhi Smriti, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India

5smvNYC 5:00 PM Aug 5, 2022

A place of reflection
Our tour guide suggested to visit this place instead of the Lotus Temple and we were thankful for that. Being weekend, the area attractions were crowded. Yet Gandhi Smriti was not, and we had the opportunity to enjoy the beautifully maintained grounds, learn about Gandhi, life, work and death and understand better the history of India. Most impressive were the staff. We found them all smiling and accommodating, as they seemed to have a strong understanding of the importance and solemnity of the place! There is also a shop with books and handicrafts related to Gandhi's work. The prices were surprisingly low.

4podrozniczka60 5:00 PM Feb 9, 2023

Final residence of Gandhi and the site of the assassination.
The former Birla House became the final residence of Mahatma Gandhi and after his assassination the owners, Indian business tycoons Birlas, sold the house to Indian government in order to create museum and commemorate the remarkable life of Gandhi. Gandhi spent here the last 144 days of his life, occupying only a small portion of the 20 bedroom mansion. Visiting the museum is very educational. It consists of the indoor and outdoor portions. Indoors - one can experience the atmosphere of Gandhi's preserved humble bedroom/study. What is also of great interest as well, is the exhibits portraying Gandhi's life and work. The displays include photos, dioramas, artifacts, and provide a lot of useful explanations. The outdoor portion of the visit follows initially the Gandhi's footprints on the day of the assassination. Gandhi was shot during his prayers and the spot is marked by the 'Martyr's Column'. Coming back from the assassination spot towards the building one follows the Collonade featuring the sequences from Gandhi's remarkable life. You should also stroll through the grounds trying to enjoy the whole experience. Of interest are the pillar with swastika and Om, and the World Peace Gong.