MM Editor•Apr 19, 2026
Indian War Memorial Museum — Delhi's 300 Years of British India and Independence
At a Glance
The Indian War Memorial Museum inside Delhi's Red Fort documents 300 years of Indian military history. Opened 1947 in the Naubat Khana — a 1639 Mughal music pavilion built under Shah Jahan. The Red Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
From Mughal Pavilion to Army Museum
After the 1857 rebellion, the British turned the fort into military headquarters. Independent India converted the building into an army museum in 1947.
Highlights
- British Indian Army collection — WWI, WWII, Afghan wars.
- 1857 Rebellion room in its historic location.
- Indian National Army artifacts.
- Post-independence wars through Kargil 1999.
- Architectural tour of Mughal courtyards.
Visiting Tips
Chandni Chowk or Lal Qila metro. ₹600 foreign entry including the Red Fort. 1–4 hours total. Closed Mondays. Best November–February.