National Museum Delhi – 5,000 Years of Indian Civilization

The National Museum in New Delhi is the largest museum in India, housing over 200,000 works of art spanning more than 5,000 years of Indian cultural history. Located on Janpath near India Gate, it is an essential destination for anyone interested in India's rich history, art, and archaeology.

The museum's collection covers the Indus Valley Civilization, Mauryan and Gupta periods, medieval Indian art, decorative arts, textiles, jewellery, manuscripts, and much more.

The National Museum was formally inaugurated in 1949 and moved to its current building on Janpath in 1960. The museum is managed by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and holds some of the most significant artifacts in the country's history.

Indus Valley Civilization Gallery – Bronze dancing girl, seals, and pottery from Harappan sites

Maurya & Gupta Art – Sculptures and coins from India's golden age

Buddhist Art – Gandharan sculptures and relics of the Buddha

Mughal Art Gallery – Miniature paintings, manuscripts, and jewellery

Arms & Armour Gallery – Swords, shields, and weapons from across India

Decorative Arts – Textiles, carpets, and ivory carvings

Pre-Columbian & Western Art – Unique international collection