Located on the western side of India, you will find the bustling and populous city of Ahmedabad. It is part of the Indian state of Gujarat and is one of the fastest-growing cities in the area. Ahmedabad attracts many tourists and visitors because of its colorful culture and interesting sites. One of these sites that you shouldn’t miss exploring is Vechaar Museum. Found on the outskirts of the city, Vechaar Museum is a unique place that houses an unusual exhibit of utensils. It’s not every day that you get to witness a display like this! This one-of-a-kind museum was opened and established in April 1981. The attraction itself is housed inside a quaint hut nestled among shady trees, which will definitely take you to another time. To further pique your interest, check out this guide to Vechaar Museum, Ahmedabad.
Things to do / Highlights
Unique utensils museum
The main attraction at Vechaar is its museum of utensils. The idea was birthed by Surender Patel and is meant to promote and preserve the traditional heritage of the region through artisan crafts—in this case, utensils. These items are made from brass, copper, silver, ivory, and wood—some are even made from gold. Many of these utensils date as far back as thousands of years ago. Some notable items on display are nutcrackers, clay pots, gift boxes, and vessels such as glasses, jugs, and bottles. One distinct display is a bowl with the head of a snake, which many believe was used for mixing opium. The snake is meant to be a reminder of the dangers of opium. The designs of these items are also quite attractive as they depict symbols of the Sun God as well as animal prints like peacock patterns.
Quiet sanctuary and location
Veechar Museum has a unique location. Veechar, which stands for Vishalla Environmental Center for Heritage of Art, Architecture and Research, is located within Vishalla Village Restaurant on the outskirts of Ahmedabad. People usually come over to dine on good food, but few are aware of the presence of the museum. So while waiting for your order or after eating, you can browse through the interesting displays. Since it’s located outside the city center, Veechar Museum is somewhat a quiet sanctuary as well. It is housed inside a humble and quaint hut in the middle of trees, thus giving out a rural vibe. Furthermore, the displays of old pots, jars, and utensils will make you feel like you’re in a different era.
Travel tips
Best time to visit
The museum is open all year round, all days of the week except on Mondays. You can conveniently access the museum from 3:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Be mindful of the tourist crowds though. Just like many of the other attractions in Ahmedabad, people often flock to the city and its sights around October to March, which is the colder season.
Grab a meal
While at the museum, you might as well take advantage of the restaurant in which it is located—Vishalla Village Restaurant. The place serves the best of authentic Gujarati cuisine in a traditional and humble outdoor setting, on the outskirts of Ahmedabad. Many tourists come here mainly for the food and then, to their surprise, will discover the utensils museum later on. In short, being here is like hitting two birds with one stone!
How to get there
Ahmedabad is a busy city and proud to have some of the more developed transportation systems in the region. You can easily reach the museum either by road or rail.
By road
You can hire a taxi or an auto-rickshaw from your point of origin, whether it’s your hotel, the bus stop, or train station. Simply mention Vishala Village Restaurant, and the driver should be able to take you there. You can also pull out handy navigation apps like Google Maps for extra assistance. If you’re going to take a bus, be sure to get off at Gitamandir, which is near Kalupur Railway Station, and then take a private taxi or an auto-rickshaw from here to the museum.
By rail
If you’re planning to take the train, be sure to get off at Kalupur Railway Station, which is the nearest stop to the museum. From here you can hire a taxi or an auto-rickshaw.
How to get tickets
Vechaar Museum likes to keep things traditional. You may purchase your tickets the old-fashioned way at the site itself. The charge for adults is 30 INR, and for children aged 3 to 11 years old, it is 10 INR—both of which are less than 1 USD. Note that the rate is different for foreigners, which is 100 INR per person—or about 1.35 USD. Guests should also be reminded that there is an additional charge of 100 INR for photography—including mobile phones—and 500 INR for videography. Furthermore, the museum gladly accepts donations from visitors and patrons in order to support its cause.
Vechaar Museum information
Vechaar Museum
Address: Opp. Vasna Tol Naka, Rehnuma Society, Vishala, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380055, India
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 3pm - 10:30pm (closed on Mon)
Cost: 0.15 - 6.75 USD
Official website: Vechaar Museum
Department of tourism: Visit India
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