Gandhi Memorial Museum, Memorial museum in Madurai, India.
The Gandhi Memorial Museum sits inside the former Tamukkam Palace and displays photographs, documents, and personal belongings from Gandhi's life across several gallery rooms. The exhibition spreads through different sections of the palace building, with each area dedicated to a particular period or theme.
Rani Mangammal of the Nayak Dynasty built the palace in 1670, and it later housed British officials during colonial rule. The building became a museum in 1955 to preserve the memory of Gandhi and the independence movement.
The name honors Mahatma Gandhi, whose teachings and legacy continue to draw Indian visitors from across the country who come to reflect on his role in independence. School groups often visit to learn about nonviolent resistance and to connect with this chapter of national history.
The museum stands near the Madurai Collector Office and opens daily, with guided tours available through the collection. The rooms are accessible at ground level, making the visit straightforward for most visitors.
A vacuum-sealed glass container holds the bloodstained garment Gandhi wore when he was assassinated. This display draws many visitors who pause quietly before it to pay their respects.
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