Smriti Van Earthquake Museum

The Smriti Van Earthquake Museum, located in Bhuj, Gujarat, has won the Prix Versailles Award by UNESCO, making it the first Indian museum to receive this honor.

  • On June 13, 2024, the list of the World’s Most Beautiful Museums for 2024 was published under the Prix Versailles, marking the first-ever release of such a prestigious ranking.
  • The list featured seven newly opened or renovated museums.

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  • Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 28, 2022.
  • India’s largest memorial and museum, dedicated to earthquake resilience and disaster awareness.
  • Designed by renowned architect Rajiv Kathpalia.
  • Features the world’s largest Miyawaki Forest, housing over ....
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