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Gandhi Smriti

New Delhi district

8 story sections19 min 00 s in all

museum and death place of Mahatma Gandhi, in New Delhi, India

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation2:55

    Welcome to Gandhi Smriti, a deeply historic and sacred memorial sanctuary in New Delhi where Mahatma Gandhi spent the final days of his life dedicated to peace, truth, and human reconciliation. Originally known as Birla House or…

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  2. 2Main Entrance Gate and Symbolic Pillar2:36

    You are currently standing at the main entry gate of Gandhi Smriti located on Tees January Marg in central New Delhi. Formerly known as Albuquerque Road during the British colonial era, this quiet avenue was renamed Tees January…

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  3. 3Gandhi's Preserved Room and Personal Belongings2:23

    Stepping inside the main bungalow and walking down the quiet whitewashed corridor, you arrive at the preserved living quarters where Mahatma Gandhi spent the final 144 days of his life. Viewed through protective glass, this…

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  4. 4The Path of Final Footsteps2:26

    Leaving Gandhi preserved living quarters and stepping through the doorway onto the outdoor paved terrace, look directly down at the stone walkway beneath your feet. You will observe a sequence of raised concrete footprints…

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  5. 5Martyr's Column and Commemorative Pavilion2:15

    At the termination of the footprint path stands the Martyr Column, housed beneath a dignified stone commemorative pavilion that marks the precise spot where Mahatma Gandhi fell after receiving the fatal gunshots. This sacred…

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  6. 6The Prayer Ground and Red Sandstone Bench2:24

    Directing your eyes adjacent to the memorial pavilion, you will see an expansive manicured lawn bordered by colorful flowerbeds. This serene green space served as the prayer ground where Mahatma Gandhi conducted his daily evening…

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  7. 7Eternal Gandhi Multimedia Museum and Archives2:31

    Leaving the quiet gardens and ascending to the upper floor of the main bungalow, you enter the extensive museum galleries and the Eternal Gandhi Multimedia Museum established in 2005. This modern exhibition center combines rare…

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  8. 8Closing1:30

    As we conclude our audio tour of Gandhi Smriti, we invite you to take a final reflective breath amidst the serene beauty of these historic grounds. This peaceful compound stands as far more than a locus of historical tragedy. …

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What is Gandhi Smriti?

Gandhi Smriti is a place in New Delhi district with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationNew Delhi district
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length19 min 00 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates28.6019, 77.2144
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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