Nehru Museum, Kharagpur
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Facts and practical information
The Nehru Museum of Science and Technology is a museum in Kharagpur, West Bengal, India. It was founded in 1990 at the Hijli Detention camp building, later the IIT-Kharagpur Heritage Building, which is now named as Hijli Saheed Bhavan. The imposing building, bearing resemblance to the Byzantine style of architecture, was used by the British rulers of India to detain the freedom fighters during the 1930s. ()
Coordinates: 22°19'12"N, 87°18'56"E
Day trips
Nehru Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: IIT Kharagpur.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Nehru Museum open?
Nehru Museum is open:
- Monday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3 pm - 6:30 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3 pm - 6:30 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3 pm - 6:30 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3 pm - 6:30 pm
- Friday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm & 3 pm - 6:30 pm
- Saturday closed
- Sunday closed
West Bengal