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Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum

19 Laburnam Rd | Gamdevi, Mumbai (Bombay) 400 007, India
91 22 2380 5864
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Type: Historic Sites, Museums
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: Mahatma Gandhi once lived in this simple, two-story building, which is now a museum, library and research center depicting Gandhi's life and struggles... more » Owner description: Mahatma Gandhi once lived in this simple, two-story building, which is now a museum, library and research center depicting Gandhi's life and struggles for Indian freedom through peaceful means. « less
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Vancouver, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We went because our driver took us there & it was certainly interesting - but if you're already familiar with Ghandi's life & work its adds almost nothing new. We found the models of scenes from his life a little amateurish & very repetitive - think your child's doll's posed in multiple scenes from his life - but if you're... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

I felt anew the power of this amazing man. I especially loved that he lived there and that they had extensive quotes from his writings extracted.

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Bhubaneswar, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

Even my little daughter (4 yrs old) loved it because of all the models that they have put in there. Good place to visit, if you like your history.

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We had trouble getting here because we were calling it the Mahatma Ghandi Museum and we ended up at another museum. You need to tell the driver that you want to go to the 'Mani Bhavan Ghandi Museum' and have the address written on a piece of paper in case. Twice we tried to get there and the last driver... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

More interesting than we expected - recommended as part of the tour - especially the scenes which showed events throughout his life.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Felt very privileged to see where Gandhi used to stay when in Bombay. Try to visit when it is less crowded since there isn't very much room!

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mumbai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

i liked everything about it !!!!best kept place remembering the father of nation!!! It has best ambience I have ever felt!!! you are at peace once you are here. also the fassad, the wooden staircases, the windows which are the reminences of the British India!!! also this as the place from where BAPU started consuming Goat's Milk!!!

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Orlando, Florida
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Museum is small in size, with displays, rather than actual photos, etc. There was one room set up where he'd slept and worked. Most space is NOT air conditioned, making it uncomfortable. My group agreed, for the most part, it was quite depressing experience. But, it is historical.

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Cyprus
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Situated in a leafy street in an old building complete with creaky stairs and wooden paneling. An interesting story and this was shown by photographs and rather 'old fashioned' models! Worth a visit

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

I got more than I expected here. It is quite small and some parts are not air-conditioned but it is worth the discomfort. The museum offers a true insight into a wonderful man's life. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Mumbai.

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