Sanskar Kendra, Local museum in Paldi, Ahmedabad, India
The building features brutalist architecture with raw concrete surfaces, large basins on the roof, and interior spaces finished with structured plaster patterns.
French architect Le Corbusier designed this museum of knowledge, which opened on April 9, 1954, as part of a larger cultural center development plan.
The museum presents collections about the history, arts, independence movement, religion, festivals, science, and literature of Ahmedabad through dedicated sections.
Located at coordinates 23.0130948, 72.5694038, near Sardar Bridge's western end, the museum contains multiple exhibition halls spread across different levels.
The museum exhibits a 4.5-meter-long incense stick, which holds the record for being the longest displayed in any museum worldwide.
Location: Ahmedabad
Inception: April 9, 1954
Architects: Le Corbusier
Architectural style: brutalist architecture
Address: Bhagtacharya Road, Near Sardar Patel, Bridge, Paldi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380006, India 380001 380001
GPS coordinates: 23.01309,72.56940
Latest update: May 17, 2025 16:29
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