We’ve all seen displays of things from the past in most of the museums. Things that give us a glimpse of how life was in the past. The role of museums is to collect materials or objects that have a historical, religious, or cultural relevance or importance. They are displayed either for education or for people to see and enjoy the past. But have you ever thought that museums can also display some of the weirdest and quirkiest stuff? Well, you will be surprised to know that there are some museums that actually do so.
Take a look at some such museums in India.
The Human Brain Museum: Bangalore
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Imagine visiting a museum that has nothing but brains on display! Well, this museum in Bangalore has more than 600 samples of the actual human brain on display! The motive behind starting a museum like this, was to show people how the human brain actually functions.Guess where in bangalore it’s located? It’s inside the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences!
Black Magic & Witchcraft Museum: Assam
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The Mayong village of Assam has been dubbed as the Indian capital of black magic, and it’s also known for witchcraft. So it’s not surprising that the the Mayong Central Museum and Emporium is located there and it includes books about black magic. It also some detailed writings about black magic.
Paldi Kite Museum: Ahmedabad
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Ahmedabad is famous for its kite festival so no other place but Ahmedabad could have come up with a museum dedicated to kites. If you are a kite lover then this museum is sure to enthrall you with some of the most beautiful and rare collection of kites on display.
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Sudha Cars Museum: Hyderabad
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Located in Hyderabad, this museum displays quirky cars, shaped like burgers,computers, purses and stilettos! Unbelievable isn’t it? Well, it does exist and it’s one of a kind!
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