Raman Science Centre

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Sight Address : Raman Science centre is located opposite Gandhi Sagar Lake in the heart of Nagpur. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Raman Science Center, a premier institute in Nagpur, is dedicated to the promotion of science and technology. The center honoring the great Indian Scientist and Nobel laureate Dr C V Raman, was founded in 1992. It many scientific activities in and around Nagpur. Raman Science Centre also exhibits a praise worthy collection of items showcasing various aspects of modern science and technology. This encloses a planetarium with astronomy as one of the areas pursued here with much vigor and dynamism.

Raman Science Centre

HistoryEdit

The Raman Science Centre at Nagpur is an interactive science center affiliated with Mumbai’s Nehru Science Centre. The centre was developed to promote a scientific attitude, portray the growth of science and technology and their applications in industry and human welfare, and hold science exhibits. The centre is named after famous Nobel Prize winner Indian physicist Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman. The Raman Science Centre was inaugurated on 7 March 1992 and the planetarium was started on 5 January 1997. The centre is located opposite Gandhi Sagar Lake in the heart of Nagpur.Between April 1, 2006 and March 31, 2007 the centre recorded a visitor count of 307,074. The centre is part of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), India which is also the largest network of science centres/museums under a single administrative umbrella in the world. NCSM rates the centre as regional level and it has a total floor area of 4333 sq meters.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction.

Visiting TimeEdit

From November to February: 10:30 am to 6:00 pm.
From March to October: 11:30 am to 7:00 pm.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Nagpur climate is dry/mildly humid all through the year. The best season to visit the place is from October to March. The pleasing weather in winter months is perfect for enjoying sightseeing and outdoor activities in Nagpur.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 hours.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Science Centre : General public-INR 10/-; students-INR 5/-
Science Centre & Planetarium: General public-INR 25/-; students-INR 15/-
3D theatre: General public-INR 10/- ; students-INR 5/-

Kids Rs. : Science Centre : General public-INR 10/-; students-INR 5/-
Science Centre & Planetarium: General public-INR 25/-; students-INR 15/-
3D theatre: General public-INR 10/- ; students-INR 5/-

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Science Centre : General public-INR 10/-; students-INR 5/-
Science Centre & Planetarium: General public-INR 25/-; students-INR 15/-
3D theatre: General public-INR 10/- ; students-INR 5/-

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Rahul Restaurant ; Ganesh Peth, C/O Rahul Palace Hotel, Near St Stand, Nagpur – 440018 ; Ph/M – 91-712-2767701, 2767702, 2767703, 2767704 ; Food Serve – N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : You can also hire a cab at the airport or railway station which are easily available. Though they are known for not cheating the tourists, it is always advisable to fix the fare before getting in.

Bus : Buses are the best way to travel around the city of Nagpur as they are easily available and ply to almost every corner of the city. The city bus routes have been so planned that they cover almost all portions of the city that people normally travel to. Bus fares are quite cheap too, ranging within Rs 5 to 15. Talk to the locals in order to know your bus route, the friendly people of Nagpur will be happy to help.

Train : To reach Nagpur by train, one can avail the railway station that is located in the major city of Nagpur in Maharashtra. Nagpur is one of the leading commercial centers in Maharashtra. Besides, it is also the second capital of the state. The Nagpur railways well connect the city with other important parts of the country, which include all the four metropolitan cities of India.

Air : Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport is nearly 6 kms from Nagpur Central. Nagpur is well connected to Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata by Jet Airways, Indian Airlines Kingfisher and Indigo. There are taxis and auto rickshaws that are available from the airport to the city.

Others : Auto rickshaws in order to reach your destination in a convenient & quick manner. Auto rickshaws in Nagpur can not run on meter and the basic fair is Rs 15 for the first two kilometers and 8 INR for every additional kilometer travelled. Auto rickshaws can make your commute easier, and these can be a safe mode of travel during night time. There are no separate night fares.