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Located at Bal Bhawan in sector 23, the
International Dolls Museum was inaugurated in the year 1985, by the then
Advisor to the Chandigarh Administrator, Mr. K. Bansal. About 595 dolls
from countries, including Russia, Hungary, Spain, France, Austria, Turkey,
Denmark, Finland and other South East Asian countries like Japan, Hong
Kong, Korea and China are on display. The dolls in the museum give
glimpses of traditions and lifestyles of about 28 countries, in a fun-
filled way.
The Thematic Dolls
Illustrations of fairy tales like Sleeping Beauty, Aladdin and Cinderella
done by local artists greet one at the entrance of the museum. Portrayal
of epics like Ramayana and life history of Jesus Christ is very
interesting and educational for the children. However, lack of electric
supply to the showcases, which were to be illuminated for better effect
has robbed off some of the charm of the fairy tales. Ten ceramic murals
and a large model train complete the display.
The place is a mine of information for children and adults alike. The
dresses, the ambience and the posters at the backdrop featuring the
landmarks of the concerned countries give a fair idea of the life style
and culture of the respective countries he added
Visiting Time: 09.00 am to 5.00 pm all days except official
holidays.