Top 5 Unusual Museums to Visit in India

When in Bangalore, there are far too many breweries to check out, bars to hop, eateries to visit, nightlife indulgences and more. But every motorcycle enthusiast would know that Bangalore is also the hub for bikers. In fact, they even have a museum dedicated to their passion for motorcycles! Located right in the city of Bangalore is Legends Motorcycling Cafe and Museum. The popular museum has managed to carve a niche for itself as one of the most unusual museums in India. Owned by SK Prabhu, a biker, the collections span about six decades now! You'll find motorcycles standing tall on the ground and hanging from above!

The interesting space with its young vibe is certainly a haven for a biker. There are over 20 vintage motorcycles in the vicinity which are functional and can be taken for a spin. One of the major highlights of the museum is the display of a red and cream-hued Cezeta, a very rare 1962 scooter model made in erstwhile Czechoslovakia. You will have a whale of a time during your visit to the museum dedicated to bikes.

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The state of Gujarat is known for its enthusiasm towards Uttaran and kite flying. Many even participate in some of the international kite flying competitions as it is considered to be a fun sport. To honour the sport, the city of Ahmedabad has installed a kite museum called Paldi Kite Museum. Don't be surprised to see only kites when you visit this Indian museum. Bhanu Shah, a kite enthusiast, donated his collection of rare kites that he has been preserving for 50 years now, to the museum. Visiting the museum would be a good thing as there are many interesting facts about kites and kite flying that you probably do not know about. The museum was established by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation in 1985 and has since then seen a massive crowd of intrigued tourists who are fascinated by some of the stories that come with the kites on display. What makes a kite rare? Are there any famous kites? Why are certain kites rare? All these questions would be answered after you check out this unusual museum in India.

Located in the quaint little village of Mayong in the Morigaon district of Assam is the fascinating Mayong Central Museum. What makes Mayong Central Museum one of the most intriguing museums in India is the fact that the exhibits are bizarre and talk about witchcraft. It is recognised as a black magic and witchcraft museum. You will feel like you're walking into the basement of Ed Warren and Lorraine Warren from The Conjuring series! The villagers have documented the relics from their ancestors who practised witchcraft and have put the same on exhibition at the museum.

There are bizarre artefacts, books on witchcraft, Tantrik manuscripts, voodoo dolls, skills, tools used for black magic rituals and more such freaky objects on display. There are manuscripts of healing with magic and Ayurveda also available at the museum. Visiting the Mayong Central Museum will be quite a trip if you wish to give yourself shivers! The concept and the culture of practising witchcraft and other such beliefs have always been a very intriguing phenomenon and what better time to know more about it than by visiting the Indian museum?

The Sulabh International Museum of Toilets in the capital is one of the most famous museums in India and the world for its eccentric display. The unusual museum has been installed and dedicated to the history of toilets and sanitation. There are exhibits of toilets that date back to 3000 BC. You would be amazed to see some of the toilets and the era they represented at the Sulabh International Museum of Toilets. The museum in India has a fascinating display of some of the ancient chamber pots including the ones from the Victorian toilet seats to toilets made of gold that was reportedly used by Roman Emperors.

Further, they have also showcased interesting pieces of low-cost biodegradable toilets that the museum authorities are building in the rural areas of the country. Intending to promote the use of toilets in the country, the museum is working towards a noble cause. It is certainly quite eccentric as one does not expect a museum of toilets to be erected, but when you visit the place, you would be in for an interesting journey.

One of the most interesting museums in India for its quirks and interest towards dolls is the Shankar's International Dolls Museum in Delhi. The Indian museum was established by Shankar Pillai, recognised as one of the first political cartoonists in India. The museum consists of dolls that Shankar collected from various countries that he visited. Impressively, the museum now holds over 6700 costumed dolls that have arrived from over 85 countries. Right from exquisite Geisha miniatures from Japan to Shakespearean English dolls, the Indian museum has a distinct collection of costumed dolls from around the world.

Further, some of the exhibitions also include traditional African figurines along with a plethora of antique puppets that have come from around the world. What makes this museum in India such a fancy space is how the dolls represent the countries they come from. They hold a cultural, artistic and folk significance that represents their country of origin. It is quite fascinating and easily one of the top quirky museums to visit in India.

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