Inside tour of Victoria Memorial Museum | Taj of the Raj | British grandeur to India’s freedom

Step into history as we explore Kolkata’s iconic Victoria Memorial, often called the “Taj of the Raj.” This breathtaking marble masterpiece is more than just architecture — it’s a symbol where India’s colonial past met its sovereign future.

In this cinematic journey, we uncover the artifacts, artworks, and relics of India’s national leaders and freedom fighters preserved within its walls. From British grandeur to India’s freedom struggle, the Victoria Memorial stands as a timeless witness to the nation’s story. It showcases the India's rich history, including colonial-era artifacts, artworks, and relics of national leaders and freedom fighters.

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The Victoria Memorial was built as a tribute to England’s Queen Victoria, Empress of India during the Raj, when India was ruled by the British Crown. It was constructed between 1906 and 1921, after Victoria’s death in 1901. It’s built of the same white Makrana marble as is the Taj Mahal.

Few things You Might Not Know About Kolkata's Victoria Memorial
1. The Prison that used to be there - Presidency Jail from 1778 to 1906
2. The people who funded it
3. The bengali who bulit it - Sir Rajen Mookerjee M/S Martin & Co
4. The less famous Original of the more famous copy - TajMahal
5. The writing on the walls
6. The Black Victoria Memorial - covered with dung

0:00 - 0:29 - Intro
0:30 - 0:48 - South Gate of Victoria Memorial
0:49 - 1:02 - Ticket Counter and Price
1:02 - 2:20 - Entry to Victoria Memorial
2:21 - 3:55 - Reliving my past experience
3:56 - 4:18 - Heading towards Northern Gate
4:19 - 5:32 - View from North Gate with a short history
5:32 - 5:32 - Entry to Museum with Floor Map
5:33 - 8:48 - Portrait and Royal Gallery
8:49 - 10:29 - Queens Hall
10:30 - 10:43 - Prince Hall
10:44 - 11:39 - Calcutta Gallery
11:40 - 12:19 - Great Indian reformers section
12:20 - 12:51 - Heading to first floor
12:52 - 15:42 - Biplobi Bharat Gallery
15:43 - 16:10 - Conclusion


Address:
Victoria Memorial Hall, 1, Queens Way, Kolkata , West Bengal 700071
Opening Hours (Timing):
Victoria Memorial Gallery : 10.00 AM - 6.00 PM (Monday and designated National Holidays Gallery remains closed)
The Gardens : 5.30 AM - 6.00 PM (All days open)

Per Head Ticket Price:
Indians:
i) Museum with Garden Rs. 50
ii) Garden Rs. 30
iii) Students Upto Class 12 and Army - Free (With Uniform and ID Proof)
Foreigners (For Nationals of SAARC Countries): Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka (on production of Passport) - The entry fee to the museum is Rs. 100
Nationals of all other countries: - Rs. 500
Annual rate for Morning Walkers :
i) Rs.1,000 for Senior Citizens (above 60 years) and
ii) Rs.2,000 for others

Note:
i) Ticket counter closes half an hour before the closure of galleries
ii) Garden ticket does not entitle entry to the museum building.

How to reach:
Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata
Nearest Railway junctions: Howrah & Sealdah
Nearest Metro station- Maidan

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