The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum :
The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is the one-man collection of Padmashree Late Dr. D.G. Kelkar (1896 -1990). 'Kaka', as Dr. Kelkar was affectionately known, dedicated his collection to the memory of his only son `Raja’ who died an untimely tragic death.

Kelkar Museum is a collection about 21,000 priceless artifacts which mirror the everyday life of India. A testimony to man’s creative spirit - the spirit that breaths beauty into the banal, and puts romance into the mundane.

Kaka was a man obsessed with art. A man who, for over sixty years, he traveled extensively across the country - to uncertain villages and tribal settlements, to grand temples and humble huts,and to forgotten attics and folk fares - collecting .. always collecting.

Kaka,he was a poet, wel known as 'Adnyatwasi'. He was a man, who was driven by an inner calling. A man on a mission. To gather the detective examples of folk arts and Indian craftsmanship and to commit them to the world as an invaluable inheritance, a legacy of love.

The extraordinary Museum collection of 21,000 priceless artifacts recalls Indian traditions and the historical indian culture which gently lead to more and much treasures. metal,Creations in stone,ivory(a tusk, as of an elephant), wood, fabric and clay that survive as the full realization of human craftsmanship.

The collection of Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is an expressive reminder of the invaluable improvement of Kaka’s late wife Smt. Kamlabai Kelkar (1902 - 1980),and partner and also of Kaka’s only daughter Sau. Rekha Hari Ranade Prabhatai).

The Museum’s highlight ‘Mastani Mahal’ reveals the mansion of ‘Mastani’, the famous concubine of ‘Peshwa Bajirao Ist’ - Kaka’s tribute to the grandeur of a bygone era.

This priceless treasure donated by Kakasaheb Kelkar, since 1975, is encouraged by the Government of Maharashtra, and it is also managed by the Board of Management who are deeply committed to not only preserving Kaka’s collection but also to the growth and development of the Collection.

The Rajwada Indore

The Rajwada Indore :
Rajwada is the ancient palace of the Holkars. Rajwada was built about two centuries before and is situated near the Chhatris in the main square. Rajwada is a seven storied structure, which satisfies as the living example of the grandeur of the Holkars. Rajwada stands in the middle of the city. The new palace is on the northern side, while the old palace stands in the old part of the town. The old palace is a multi-storied building which has also serves as a gateway of the Rajwada, Indore.

The palace was once upon the centre of all the trading activities in the city. It is a blend of Maratha, Mughal and French style of architecture. The palace entrance has a lofty archway with a giant wooden door which is covered with iron studs.The palace has a number of balconies windows and corridors. The gopura-like monument is made up of wood and stone. The entrance leads to a huge courtyard, and it was surrounded by galleried rooms and the arcaded Ganesha hall, which was once the venue of all state and religious functions. The hall is now used for art exhibitions and classical music concerts.

Age of Steam Railroad Museum

Age of Steam Railroad Museum :

The Museum of the American Railroad is a not-for-profit Texas which is in Dallas Corporation dedicated to preserving the heritage and exploring the future of railroads through historic preservation, research, and educational programming. The Age of Steam Railroad Museum is a self-sustaining organization deeply engaged in collecting artifacts and archival material from the railroad industry for the purpose of preserving, exhibiting, and explaining their significance in American life and their culture. Exhibits and general programs are provided on a year-round basis at the Museum’s principal location of business in Fair Park, Dallas, Texas.

Golghar

The capital of Bihar, Patna is situated on the southern bank of the holy river Ganges. It is a tropical city in the northern Gangetic plains known for being the capital of mighty Magadh and Mauryan empires. Panic stricken by the devastating famine of 1770, the British ruler Captain John Garstin had built a SILO or Golghar built for the storage of foodgrains for British army with the storing capacity of 140000 tons on 20th July 1786, at the east bank of the Ganga River where today's Gandhi Maidan is located. At present Golghar is the Central Granary.It is first in Asia and largest in the world this SILO has unique qualities in architecture. Golghar is round like a honeycomb.

Golghar has a foundation of 125m, it is pillarless with the wall of 3.6m width and the height is 29m.If one can climb 145 steps to its top and can have the simple view of Patna city.Golghar's Whispering Gallery is wonderful.The Golghar houses paintings in Mughal and Rajput style, Arabic and Persian manuscripts, the only book replaced from the Spanish University of Cordova, one inch wide Koran and all other books and manuscripts collections worth mentioning. Overlooking the river and the plains, patna's Golghar is look like the upper half of a gigantic, decorated Easter egg, with spiral stairway winding around this monument, adding to its enhancement.Golghar offers a magnificent breathtaking view of the city and the river Ganges, flowing nearby. The spiral staircase was so designed, in order to expedite the passage of the coolies, who had to carry grain-bags up one flight, deliver their load through a hole at the top, and descend the other stairs.

The Patna Planetarium

The Patna Planetarium :
Patna Planetarium is situated in Patna's Indira Gandhi Science Complex; This Planetarium is also called by Indira Gandhi Planetarium, which is one of the biggest planetariums in Asia. The Patna Planetarium attracts a large number of domestic as well as foreign tourists. Regular film shows are conducted on the subjects relating to astronomy and exhibitions are also conducted here. Which attracts lots of visitors? The Patna Planetarium is located on Bailey Road near Income Tax Golambar in Patna within a distance of 8 km from Patna Airport, 1½ km from Patna Railway station, 2 km from Government Bus stand, and 10 km from Private Bus stand.

The Patna Planetarium was constructed by Bihar Council on Science & Technology at a total cost of about Rs. 11Crores. The planetarium was conceptualized in 1989 by Bihar Chief Minister Shree Satyendra Narain Sinha and was inaugurated by Shree Laloo Prasad yadav, who was Chief Minister of Bihar, on March 21, 1993. The Patna Planetarium was especially dedicated to the Nation and opened for the public from 1 April 1993. It is named after former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi.

The Chokhi Dhani Indore

Chokhi Dhani and Nakhrali Dhani are Rajasthani heritage resorts on the vicinity of Indore,resorts are given the Rajasthani appearance village, India. The villages of Chokhi Dhani provide people the precise atmosphere of the village,their along with the modern day accommodation and entertainment.At Choki Dhani, people find relaxation from the busy schedules of daily life. The uneducated Rajasthani spirit fills the environment with colours of joy.

You can satisfy yourself with good food and also enjoy traditional Rajasthani delicacies here. There is a comfortable Indian style dining hall and their  People sit on the floor and have food. The warm service of this place will never let you forget the taste of the food served here. For your convenience, the complete area is nicely sketched and kept clean.

Chokhi Dhani is a perfect place for family outing. Kids can have a ball traveling in the mini train. In addition to this, there are other attractions like car racing, boating, theme parks, Rajasthani dance (folk dance) performances, discotheque (a public dance hall), etc.

Jaigarh Fort

Western skyline is dominated by extensive parkotas, watch towers and gateways of Jaigarh. Jaigarh Frot is one of the few military structures of mediaeval India preserved almost intact containing palaces, gardens, open and covered reservoirs, a granary, an armory, a well planned cannon foundry, several temples, one of tall tower and a giant mounted cannon the Jai Ban one of the giggest in the World.

The city palace

The city palace:

The city palace is one of the most magnificent marvels or Jaipur is the City Palace Complex which has a rare combination of the finest cunstrction of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the heart of the old city, it has vast area. The outer wall was built (constructed) by Jai Singh and additions made up to the 20th century. Many buildings, very well planned gardens and huge courtyards are a part of the complex. Sawai Madho Singh II constructed Mubarak Mahal as a reception centre. The mahal comes before the main complex, though it now forms a part of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum. The city palace has an array of royal costumes, shawls, embroideries, Benares silk sarees, the maharaja's pyjamas, chogas and pyjamas of other rulers, musical instruments, jamawars, kamarbands like the giant sized tanpura and sarangis and a set of the clothes of Sawai Madho Singh who was over seven feet tall and four feet wide and supported a Goliathic weight of 250 kilograms.

Fort William

Fort William:
Fort William is a most visiting place in Calcutta. Situated at the banks of river Hooghly, fort william was named after King William III of England. Fort William of Kolkata, India, was established in the year 1696 during the tenure of British Raj. Port william was the guardroom of this two-storied building, where the black hole tragedy took place. During the Plassey war in 1757, the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj Ud Daulah attacked on the fort and defeated the Britishers. The new fort constructed by British.

The new fort was initiated by Robert Clive, which got completed by 1780. The main purpose of setting up Calcutta Fort William was to prevent the attacks from Muslim invaders. The area around the fort that was cleared to became maidan, where several exhibitions and fairs take place. The foundation of the old fort is still intact. Till now, the old fort is a military area and the Arsenal inside it is worth watching, but for that permission of the commanding officer is required.

Birla Planetarium

Birla Planetarium:
Birla planetarium of Kolkata, India is one of the largest museums in Asia. Birla Planetarium came into existence in the year 1962 and the credit for establishing this wonderful center of science, communication & environment goes to Birla Education Trust. This planetarium is situated at the Eastern metropolitan bypass of Calcutta.

It provides a particular way of speaking where astronomical presentations take place. Birla Planetarium gives us a useful piece of information about our solar system, galaxies, life span of stars, planets, space and the other heavenly bodies in the most interactive manner through audio video visuals. Usually all lectures are given in English, Hindi, and Bengali and occasionally in Oriya, Tamil & Gujarati.

Kolkata Birla planetarium is a single storied circular edifice designed in the typical Indian style. Birla Planetarium is a must see place for those interested in astronomy. Birla Planetariums astronomy gallery maintains a huge collection of fine paintings & celestial models of renowned astronomers. It enables you to explore science outdoors.