Gandhi is one of the most illustrious figures of modern India. His relentless drive for equality and freedom of the Indian people earned him a special place in the hearts of the people, and therefore retains its memory in Gandhi National Museum, A site of particular importance in his life.
The building that houses the museum is a city bungalow Delhi where Gandhi lived during his last days. It was designed by a French architect for the industrialist G. D. R. Birla, by whose name is known.
The Birla House keeps intact the room where Gandhi stayed. There can be seen eleven pieces of political and spiritual leader very close to him: his glasses and cane are two notable examples.
In addition, there are photos and texts narrating the Gandhi's life and year of Independence in India. There is also a series of dioramas devoted to the life of Mahatma, and 10 documentaries available for playback at the museum. There is an interesting gallery of paintings by different artists, which portray Gandhi, and even a tapestry of Kashmir.
In the backyard, the eternal flame burns in memory of Gandhi's death which happened there. On January 30, 1948, was assassinated, and shortly afterwards decided to give life to the project of a museum to preserve their memory in your personal belongings and bedroom, furnished as it was then, in which he lived.
The collection of material began in Mumbai, with the search of documents, photographs, books, manuscripts, personal relics and audiovisual material reflecting the life and work of Mahatma Gandhi.
In 1961, the anniversary of his death, Opened the Gandhi Memorial Museum, which later became known as the Gandhi National Museum.