157 Historical & Patriotic Places to visit in (early) India
76. Fernandes Bridge
About
- Now changed in the name of Shahid Bhagat Singh, a freedom fighter against British rule
Directions
Timings
NA
77. Kaba Gandhi No Delo
About
- The house is very nicely maintained and gives a picture of his life, his thought process and the journey of Indian freedom struggle.
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Details
78. Statue of Unity
About
- A magnificent piece of art along with exhaustive materials related to Sardar Patel, the man who united India in the need
Directions
Timings
8:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
79. Sardar Patel and Vittalbhai Fort
About
- Very nicely demonstrated memorable pictures and history of India’s freedom fight. Its well maintained.
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 12:30 hrs.
14:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
80. Tirupati Rushivan
About
- Apart from all the statues, an importance is given to the Indian Freedom Fighters in the form of statues
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Details
81. Hiralaxmi Memorial Craft Park
About
- A parliament house ins built inside which there is an audiovisual screening of the Indian Freedom fighters
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 20:30 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
82. Kranti Tirth for Shyamji Krishna Varma
About
- Extremely useful stuff stuffed with so much history to learn from. Many unsung heroes who were instrumental in getting us freedom are depicted here
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Thursday Holiday
Details
83. Sabarmati Ashram
About
- It is considered the birthplace of freedom movement of its own kind that takes at least 3-4 hrs. to view
Directions
Timings
8:30 hrs. – 18:30 hrs.
Details
84. Vande Mataram Memorial
About
- A memorial that is trying hard to immortalize the most momentous episode of the first war of Indian Independence
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
85. Lokamanya Tilak Birthplace
About
- Being the birthplace of Tilak, it has a lot of photographs and artifacts of him, which is neatly maintained
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 17:30 hrs,
Monday Holiday
Details
86. Zero Mile Marker
About
- A place close to the railway station that has many statues of local freedom fighters in a row
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
87. Nehru Centre
About
- Anyone doing research on Indian freedom struggle can visit this place and gather most of the information beautifully depicted
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
88. Char Bhinti
About
- Constructed by Chatrapati Pratapsinh Maharaj in 1830, a small memorial dedicated to the freedom fighters of the first war of Indian Independence like Rani Laxmibai and Tatya Tope
Directions
Timings
NA
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89. Wax Museum
About
- An interesting mixture ranging from Bollywood stars to Freedom Fighters can be found in this place
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 21:00 hrs.
90. Thiba Palace
About
- It is the residing place of Brahmadesha’s King called Thiba. This is the place where many freedom fighters including Veer Sawarkar were imprisoned
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Details
91. Pune Tribal Museum
About
- A part of the museum is dedicated to the Freedom Fighter Birsa Munda who was a folk hero and a tribal freedom fighter
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Sunday Holiday
Details
92. Cavalry Tank Museum
About
- A major part of the museum is a fantastic collection of different types of tanks from across the world since world war 2
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
93. Kaneri Math
About
- It depicts lesser-known facts about this great country, its backbone and notable freedom fighters
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
94. National Flag Garden
About
- A unique concept is that of the tallest flagpole in a garden, which also hosts a small memorial for freedom fighters
Directions
Timings
6:30 hrs. – 20:00 hrs.
95. Gateway of India
About
- A place that speaks of history and our freedom struggle achievement. Also can be seen in the background the premium hotel of the country “The Tak”
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
96. Ahmednagar Fort
About
- A historic place where many freedom fighters were imprisoned during the freedom struggle, 1942. Their rooms are preserved till date
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Details
97. Sunil’s Celebrity Wax Museum
About
- Statues made are of many freedom fighters along with national and international celebrities
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 21:30 hrs.
Details
98. Gandhi Research Foundation
About
- The history of Gandhi and Indian freedom struggle are taken through a different technological experience, that can only be experienced
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
99. Veer Savarkar Udhyan
About
- A park dedicated to Veer Sawarkar, of which yoga area, grandparents’ corner is all a part of
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
100. Regiment of Artillery Museum
About
- This is a place where we can experience what it takes to become a soldier, protecting the country. It includes
- Battles
- Stories
- Models
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 13:30 hrs.
16:30 hrs. – 18:30 hrs.
Thursday Holiday
Details
101. Sevagram Ashram
About
- A place that teaches us about the very thought about life, being simple and egoless.
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
https://www.gandhiashramsevagram.org/
102. Aga Khan Palace
About
- Mahatma Gandhi was kept under detention here during the Indian freedom struggle, which is well maintained.
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 17:30 hrs.
Details
https://www.mkgandhi.org/gandhiyatra/agakhan.htm
103. Bharat Mata Mandir
About
- The temple showcases the glorious history of India and speaks of the brave sons and daughters of India soil
- Stories of India gems like
- Rani Lakshmi Bai
- Tatya Tope
- Bhagat Singh
- Udham Singh and other freedom fighters are described here.
Directions
Timings
NA
104. Swatantryaveer Savarkar Rashtriya Smarak
About
- Memorial on Veer Sawarkar along with Light and Show
Directions
Timings
7:00 hrs. – 21:00 hrs.
Details
105. Cellular Jail
About
- The isolated prison where freedom fighters were put behind. Famous personality includes Veer Sawarkar
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 13:00 hrs.
14:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
106. Viper Island
About
- Worth a visit to feel the plight of the poor and brave Indian Freedom Fighters who were captured by the British
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
https://www.andamans.gov.in/html/reach.html
107. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island
About
- Ross island that was named by Britishers is now called by the above name
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
https://southandaman.nic.in/tourist-place/netaji-subhash-chandra-bose-island/
108. Kalapani Museum
About
- A privately-owned museum laid out over three floors having an auditorium on the top floor
- It has photos of the Island and its inhabitants neatly preserved
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 19:00 hrs.
109. Veer Savarkar Park
About
- A park that is situated right before the jail, where statues of the people who suffered in the jail are installed
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
110. Tawang War Memorial
About
- The beauty of this place is that it is a built-in local style
- Indo-China war sacrifices display is the reason for the construction of this place
Directions
Timings
7:45 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Details
https://tawang.nic.in/tourist-place/war-memorial-tawang/
111. Jaswant Garh
About
- A memorial to a brave warrior of Indo-China war
Directions
Timings
NA
112. National Military Memorial
About
- The main attraction is the poem written by the child of a martyred soldier, which is heart-breaking and true
Directions
Timings
6:00 hrs. – 21:00 hrs.
Details
113. Hampi
About
- Established in the time of the Vijayanagara empire, this is considered as the golden period in some parts of South India
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://www.kstdc.co/en/
114. Srirangapatnam Fort
About
- An old fort that is a part of Srirangapatna, Mandya district. This fort is the second most formidable fort
Directions
Timings
8:30 hrs. – 17:30 hrs.
Sunday Holiday
Details
115. Omthara Kalakutheera
About
- Best for patriots and nature lovers. A must visit by an Indian for the wonderful experience
Directions
Timings
NA
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116. Lalbagh Botanical Garden
About
- Famous for flower show arranged on two occasions”
- Republic Day
- Independence Day
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lal_Bagh
117. Viduraswatha
About
- Known as the Jallianwala Bagh of the South, where a group of villagers was fired indiscriminately resulting in the death of around 35 people
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
http://vifreeindia.com/
118. Kittur Rani Chennamma Circle
About
- A statue of the freedom fighter Kittur Rani Chennamma in her memory, amidst a local busy junction
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
About
- Everyone will enjoy and learn about the historical evidenced and walkthrough the Indian history
- Attractions are the helicopters and fighter jets
Directions
Timings
9:30 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
120. 18th June Road
About
- This road is named after the date June 18th in 1946 when Freedom Fighter Ram Manohar Lohia had called a meeting to put an end to the Portuguese rule in Goa
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/18th_June_Road
121. Azad Maidan
About
- A popular spot in Goa where many public meetings are protests was held in Goa
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Azad_Maidan_(monument)
122. Reis Magos Fort
About
- Paintings are inscribed at the top of the fort depicting the events during the freedom struggle and exemplary personalities
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
123. Anasakti Ashram
About
- The guest house that Mahatma Gandhi had stayed on his visit is now converted to an Ashram and called it the “Switzerland of India”
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
http://himalayadarshankausani.com/anasakti-ashram/
124. Bharat Mata Mandir
About
- Neatly built temple of patriotism with different floors dedicated to different personality
- Veermandir for Freedom-fighters
- Shakti Mandir for Devis
- Sati Mandir for Women
- Matamandir for great Mothers
- Specialty of states
Directions
Timings
5:00 hrs. – 21:00 hrs.
125. Pazhassi Raja Tomb
About
- Pazhassi Raja, a Lion of Kerala and Freedom Fighter who revolted against the British for the independence of India
Directions
Timings
9:00 hrs. – 17:30 hrs.
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pazhassi_Raja
126. Maritim Museum
About
- Evolution of Naval body, their influencing on the cultures of the population
Directions
Timings
Mon – Fri: 11:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Sat – 14:00 hrs. – 19:00 hrs.
Sun – 16:00 hrs. – 19:00 hrs.
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maritime_museum
127. Veluthampi Dalawa Memorial Museum
About
- Hosts the last days of Keralas first renowned freedom fighter Veluthambi Dalawa, he committed suicide in the nearby temple when British surrounded him
Directions
Timings
8:00 hrs. – 16:30 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velu_Thampi_Dalawa
128. Payyoli Beach
About
- A big rock in this beach has a historic connection to the freedom fighter “Kunjali Marakkar”
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kunjali_Marakkar
129. Krishna Menon Museum
About
- Constructed and dedicated to Krishna Menon who started his work in the UK and later extended
- His belongings are kept in public at this place
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
130. Napier Museum
About
- History of freedom fighters and their weapons, the sword of Velu Thambi with artworks from Bali, Indonesia, Mongolia, etc.
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 16:30 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
131. Kattabomman Memorial Fort
About
- The history and lifetime achievements of the freedom fighter Kattabomman is well explained by a series of paintings and explanations in Tamil and English
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://thoothukudi.nic.in/tourist-place/panchalankurichi/
132. Abdul Kalam House
About
- The house where all the pictures of his Inventions are displayed
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/travel/rameswaram/kalam-house-museum/ps58104329.cms
133. Rajaji Memorial
About
- The memorial is the house of Rajagopalachari, the great freedom fighter
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C._Rajagopalachari
134. Gandhi Memorial
About
- Includes several photographs of Indian Freedom Movement
- Remains of things used by Mahatma Gandhi
- Gandhi’s history of coming to Tamil Nadu
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 13:00 hrs.
14:00 hrs. – 17:45 hrs.
Details
135. Gandhi Mandapam
About
- A place built for the Mahatma who had visited Kanyakumari
- His ash is also kept here before submerging in the sea
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Details
136. Tiruppur Kumaran Memorial Statue
About
- In the center of Tirupur, the statue of the freedom fighter Kumarn’s statue is erected
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiruppur_Kumaran
137. Kamarajar Mani Mantapa Monument
About
- Dedicated to the veteran Tamil Freedom Fighter and ex-Chief Minister of TN, with his statue and photographs depicting his life
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K._Kamaraj
138. Dheeran Chinnamalai Statue
About
- A statue of the freedom fighter and a Tamil Chieftain of Kongu Nadu who fought against the British East India Company
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
139. Subramanya Siva Memorial
About
- Artifacts used by Subramanian Shiva a freedom fighter from Tamil Nadu are available in this museum to ee
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subramaniya_Siva
140. Visakha Museum
About
- Materials and ships used by Navy personnel in the war against Pakistan
Directions
Timings
11:00 hrs. – 19:00 hrs.
Sat-Sun: 12:00 hrs. – 20:00 hrs.
Friday Holiday
Details
https://vizagtourism.org.in/visakha-museum-vizag
141. Tank Bund
About
- A road where statues of a lot of freedom fighters, great personalities, etc. are displayed
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://www.hyderabadtourism.travel/tank-bund-hyderabad
142. Victory at Sea War Memorial
About
- A tribute to our brave soldiers who during the tome of 1971, when we had one the war fought in the sea
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
143. Shahid Minar
About
- Dedicated to the valiant warriors who sacrificed their lives during the freedom struggle against Britishers.
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Details
https://imphalwest.nic.in/tourist-place/shaheed-minar/
144. Redhill Lokpaching
About
- History occurred and events changed a lot of things for India from here
Directions
Timings
24 hrs.
Details
http://www.warinasia.com/india-peace-memorial-tiddim-road-lokpaching-imphal-manipur
145. INA Museum
About
- Indian National Army led by Subhash Chandra Bose hoisted its first flag here and set up their temporary headquarters
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 16:00 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
146. Captain Williamson Sangma State Museum
About
- Monuments of great patriots have been erected along with the statue of Subhash Chandra Bose and Indira Gandhi
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 16:00 hrs.
Sat. Sun. Holiday
Details
147. Madan Mahal Fort
About
- A fort where a patriot queen was betrayed by her own courtesans
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/travel/jabalpur/madan-mahal/ps59595040.cms
148. Samadhi of Lakshmi Bai
About
- A well maintained Samadhi of Rani Lakshmi Bai that everyone close by must visit
Directions
Timings
NA
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rani_of_Jhansi#Death
149. Shri Badal Bhoi State Tribal Museum
About
- Named after the great tribal freedom fighter Badal Bhoi
- Gives a glimpse of the lifestyle and culture of Schedule Tribes of Madhya Pradesh
Directions
Timings
11:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
150. Tatya Tope Memorial
About
- A place where the freedom fighter, Tatya Tope, who was betrayed by his friend was hanged to death here in this place
Directions
Timings
5:00 hrs, – 19:00 hrs.
Details
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tantia_Tope
151. Netaji Birthplace Museum
About
- The place where the legend Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was born
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 16:30 hrs.
Monday Holiday
Details
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/travel/cuttack/netaji-subhash-chandra-bose-museum/ps47642573.cms
152. Bharatiyar Museum
About
- British era collections along with the Indian freedom fighters are displayed in the museum named after the nationalist Subramanya Bharati
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 17:00 hrs.
Details
153. Sri Aurobindo Ashram
About
- Last days of the noted freedom fighter, philosopher and saint Sri Aurobindo spent his last days here in this place
Directions
Timings
8:00 hrs. – 12:00 hrs.
14:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Details
154. Gandhi Sangrahalaya
About
- This is the place that Gandhi Ji started his freedom struggle.
- It is a knowledge bank and has some rare pictures of those times
Directions
Timings
10:00 hrs. – 13:00 hrs.
14:00 hrs. – 17:45 hrs.
Saturday Holiday
Details
http://gandhimuseum.org/site/gandian-institute/national/gandhi-sharan-patna/
155. Jubba Sahni Park
About
- A park named after a local freedom fighter of Bihar, named Jubba Sahni
Directions
Timings
Monday: 6:00 hrs. – 19:00 hrs.
Tuesday: 6:00 hrs. – 19:30 hrs.
Thursday: 8:00 hrs. – 19:00 hrs.
Saturday: 13:30 hrs. – 16:00 hrs.
Friday, Sunday, Wednesday – Closed
156. Kargil Chowk
About
- A big piece of sculpture to showcase the freedom fighters who lost their lives in wars
Directions
Timings
NA
157. Obavvana Kindi
About
- A crevice that Obavva gaurrded against Hyder Ali’s soldiers by killing them one by one around at least a couple of dozens of them
Directions
Timings
NA
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