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Sight Address : Ajab Bangla (Central Museum of Nagpur) is located near Vidhan Bhawan & Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Civil Lines, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440001.Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Ajab Bangla Central Museum of Nagpur Locally known as the Ajab Bangla, this Central Museum of Nagpur boasts of a rare collection of antiquities, coins, ancient inscriptions, sculptures, inscriptions and pre-historic artifacts, some of which are belonging to the Indus Valley civilization. However, this store-house of natural and cultural heritage still largely remains unknown to the visiting tourists as well as to most residents of Nagpur City. Recently, this Central Museum has undergone major renovation Works which include provisions for gardens and a cafeteria. Ajab Bangla was originally established by the British in 1863 when Orange City was part of the Central Provinces. Along with history, this museum if featuring a good variety of flora and fauna of Central India comprising of a huge collection of stuffed animals and birds. With several important artifacts still locked within the reserve collection due to inadequacy of display facilities and galleries, this Central Museum in Nagpur is highly understaffed and trying to cope up with the rapidly changing social and cultural environment. Managed by the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums, Ajab Bangla has called in experts lately from Mumbai to restore and conserve well-known artifacts including a statue of Queen Victoria.
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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
1 hour.
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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.
Things to CarryEdit
- Carry plenty of Water.
Safety / WarningEdit
HelplineEdit
- Police Control Room – 100, +91-9657050007, +91-9657050005
- Fire Station – 101, (712)-2703829 , 2703852 , 2703834
- Ambulance : 102
