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National Gallery of Modern Art

Jaipur House, India Gate | Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India, New Delhi 110003, India
011 - 23384640
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Ranked #24 of 127 attractions in New Delhi
Type: Art Museums
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Description: This quiet museum houses an excellent collection of modern Indian art but is rarely crowded.
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The NGMA in Delhi is a well-kept institute with lots of interesting pieces by contemporary artists. They also hold a lot of exhibitions and tours that are worth visiting. Situated in one of the best quarters of the city, this is a nice place to spend an evening at.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

A country's art provides insight into its soul. Most people are familiar with Indian miniature painting--and the collection here is exceptional--but India's modern painting is less well-known, which is a pity. Even one visit provides education and enchantment, and my husband and I were delighted at the quality and depth of art on display. Visiting the museum is a pleasure... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

I am a lover of visual arts, so I enjoyed my time at the gallery. It is well maintained and provides information over different cultural and artistic periods. Worth a visit!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

its not bad....but its not good. its popular only cause there is not much of a modern art scene outside of the private gallaries. Go there...spend time on each painting to understand them and you may start liking the works of some artists over others. im not an art buff but I enjoyed my time there.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

If you love a riot of colors thrown magnanimously on white canvas and trying to communicate with the beholders from an artist's impression, then NGMA is a place to unwind. If you want a proof of how creativity can be locked in an A2 size frame or even smaller, this is the place to be!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013 via mobile

Looking for a break from hectic Delhi and want to see some art? Give this place a shot. It is guaranteed to be practically deserted, as it seems that few locals and tourists actually make it here. And the climate controls means that it will be cool and dry all year long. Even in January, this was quite welcome! The... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

The best place to see modern Indian art in Delhi. Located very centrally near India Gate, the gallery is housed in a building belonging to the old royal family of Jaipur. The new building houses a largish permanent collection, from Ram Kinkar Baij to Abanindranath Tagore to Company School lithographs to contemporary artists. For art lovers, plan some time, as... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

Great interesting place to visit, make sure you have time as its big! Make sure you eat and have a drink before you go as the cafeteria is not what you may expect.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

If you enjoy art, make time to visit the Gallery for some quiet time to appreciate art by Indians and learn about the development of Indian artists.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

What a great place to escape to ! This contains a wonderful selection of art, from the 1700s to current day and it is fascinating to see the art over that period change, reflecting the art of the moghul emperors, the British administration, and the modern philosophical and political thinking. We pretty much had the place to ourselves, and enjoyed... More

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