Residents of the national capital and surrounding regions can now experience the thrill of a prehistoric world right within Delhi. The National Science Center has inaugurated the national capital region's first dedicated prehistoric gallery. Stepping into this dinosaur-themed exhibition immediately transports visitors back to the era when massive reptiles roamed the Earth. Throughout the gallery, visitors are surrounded by the eerie and echoing roars of dinosaurs, creating an intensely immersive environment. At various points, artificially crafted volcanoes are visible, adding to the authenticity of this ancient landscape.
The Magic of Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Movement
The entire gallery features meticulously crafted models representing different dinosaur species. These figures not only move and articulate sounds but also playfully startle onlookers, delivering a unique blend of excitement and fright. Opened to the public on August 26 at the National Science Center, this stunning exhibition has quickly begun attracting tourists not just from across the country but from foreign nations as well. This marks the very first gallery of its kind across the entire Delhi-NCR region where artificial intelligence has been integrated to create dinosaur dummies that look remarkably alive.
A Year in the Making and Ticket Details
Moinuddin Ansari, the head curator at the National Science Center, shared details about the development, stating that the gallery was formally opened on August 26. He explained that a similar exhibition existed previously at the center, but it was outdated and lacked modern thrills. That old gallery was completely revamped and redesigned into this contemporary version, which is being thoroughly appreciated by visitors. He noted that it took approximately one year to fully construct and prepare this gallery. Notably, visiting this dinosaur exhibition requires no separate fee, as access is included within the standard admission ticket of the National Science Center, priced at 100 rupees per person.
Operating Hours and Facility Access
Anyone who purchases a standard entry ticket to the National Science Center gains full access to explore this new gallery without any extra charge. Detailing the operational timings, the center remains open from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM daily, with the final tickets being issued until 5:00 PM. The National Science Center houses a total of 10 distinct galleries, all of which are covered under the single 100-rupee general entry fee, though special shows running inside have separate ticket requirements.
Location, Transit, and Parking Information
For those eager to witness this mysterious, entertaining, and educational Jurassic Park style gallery, visiting the National Science Center is quite convenient. The facility is located on Bhairon Marg, situated in close proximity to Bharat Mandapam. Visitors commuting via metro will find Supreme Court metro station to be the closest transit stop. For private vehicles, parking charges are set at 100 rupees for four-wheelers and 40 rupees for two-wheelers. Alongside the main dinosaur gallery, visitors can explore nine other themed exhibits, making it a particularly massive hit among children and families.
