Delhi: National Crafts Museum Walking Tour With Guide & Entrance Tickets
ID: GYG1092693-1679374
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Discover 29,000+ rare artifacts from 30+ Indian states, watch live craft demos, and shop unique souvenirs direct from artisans at Delhi’s vibrant National Crafts Museum!
Explore the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, a celebration of India’s rich and diverse craft and weaving traditions. Located at the corner of Pragati Maidan, opposite the majestic Purana Qila, the museum was designed by the renowned architect Charles Correa.
Discover a visual repository showcasing traditional architectural marvels, heritage crafts, and textiles. Wander through open-air areas and galleries, observing the intricacies of handicraft and handloom artifacts. Purchase souvenirs directly from artisans and weavers.
Admire a collection of over 29,395 specimens from various states and Union Territories of India, reflecting the continuing traditions of handicrafts and handlooms. See a variety of traditional artifacts, including textiles, metal lamps, sculptures, utensils, woodworks, folk/tribal paintings, cane and bamboo crafts, clay and terracotta figures, and more.
Marvel at exquisite textiles such as Kalamkaris, Jamawars, Pashmina and Shahtosh shawls, embroidered fabrics like Kanthas, Chikankari works, and chaklas. Admire Tie and Die (Bandhani) fabrics, Baluchar and Jamdaani saris, Pichwais, Phulkaris, Ikat fabrics of Odisha, Chamba Rumals, Block printed textile fabrics of Gujarat and Rajasthan, Himru textile pieces of Maharashtra, Naga shawls, Chanderi saris, and a variety of tribal textiles from the Lambadi, Toda, and Naga tribes.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich and diverse craft traditions of India
- Explore a collection of over 29,000 specimens from various states
- Admire traditional artifacts, textiles, metal lamps, and sculptures
- Discover the intricate process of making handicrafts and handlooms
- Purchase souvenirs directly from artisans and weavers
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The museum is located at the corner of Pragati Maidan, opposite Purana Qila
Designed by architect Charles Correa
The museum showcases traditional architectural marvels
Open-air areas and galleries are part of the museum
The collection reflects the continuing traditions of handicrafts and handlooms over the ages
The local guide will meet you at the entrance of National Crafts Museum, the details of the Guide will be emailed to you prior the start of the trip. The local service provider is also available on Whatsapp, phone number will be available on the booking voucher.
INCLUDED
- Guided Tour
- Access to the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy
- Opportunity to purchase souvenirs directly from artisans and weavers
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
