Nehru Planetarium, Mumbai
About
One of India's finest architects J.M.Kadri designed
this beautiful landmark building which houses
Nehru Planetarium. Nehru Centre of Science is
also located here. 8 Kms. from the city centre
is located a centre telling about the universe.
It unfolds the mysteries of the cosmos. They
also screen regular film shows on the outer
space, which are of particular interest for
children. Close by is the Nehru Science centre,
which is a science park, and permanent exhibits
on intricacies of life. The antique models of
Railway engines, aeroplanes, tramcar and steam
lorry are exciting to see. Nehru Planetarium
is the only astronomical centre in Mumbai, which
is also a concert cum movie auditorium. This
is the place, recreating the image of the sky
as seen from anywhere on the earth at any time.
It exhibits collections of lunar and astronomical
photographs.
The Structure
Nehru Planetarium is a large domed building,
popular with the city's amateur astronomers.
Inside, various cubicles estimate your weight
on each of the nine planets of the Solar System
while in the domed interior; daily shows uncover
the timeless mysteries of the cosmos.
Information for tourists
This place is usually packed with school children
so make sure you buy your ticket in advance.
Adjacent to the planetarium is the Nehru Centre,
venue of numerous international trade fairs
and local exhibitions. In the basement, the
Nehru Auditorium usually boasts classical music
and dance recitals, concerts and plays. This
planetarium is part of the Nehru Centre complex
and an excellent place to bring children for
educational programs. It holds regular audio-visual
shows on astronomy. The Nehru Science Museum,
also part of the complex, is an interesting
experience as well. Late Prime Minister Indira
Gandhi in the memory of her late father and
India's first Prime Minister, Jawarharlal Nehru
inaugurated the Nehru Planetarium. Rated as
one of the best in the country, this planetarium
increases the scientific curiosity of a visitor.
It is a popular place of interest amongst students.
The planetarium recreates an image of the sky
as seen from anywhere on the earth, at any time,
past, present or future. In the auditorium,
a breathtaking 'Sky Show' captures the very
essence of our outer space. Two hundred projectors
are simultaneously trained onto a hemispherical
ceiling made of aluminum, giving a realistic
effect. The hemispherical ceiling is actually
the dome that can be viewed from outside the
building.
Location
It is situated in Worli.
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