Don Bosco Museum, Shillong



Don Bosco Museum

If you spell out travelling as a lesson in history and anthropology, then the DBCIC in Meghalaya is the one place you shouldn't miss for the world. The Museum, although privately run, is in an excellent condition and proves to be a comprehensive source on the history and life in the north east. The library housed in the museum is a boon for those looking to research, or even brush up their knowledge of the state and its 6 sisters. And as is the aesthetic blessing that every north eastern destination has, the DBCIC does not dissapoint in that department either with the skywalk (not meant for those with vertigo or for the faint hearted), which offers a magnificent view of Shillong.

Seven storeys of fascinating visuals, colours, and treasures – that is one way to describe Don Bosco Museum. You will first be greeted by the traditional wear of all the different North-Eastern communities as you enter the building, including well-researched sections on the neighbouring countries like Bhutan, Myanmar, and Nepal. The photography section is loaded with rare photos – you can spend hours lost exploring these snippets of tribal life taken across the region and spanning many generations.

Other highlights of the Museum include the Pre-history Gallery which sheds more light on the origins and migrations of the tribes, and the Land and People Gallery where you can learn more about the beautiful terrain and how it shaped the practices and lifestyles of the indigenous people who call it home. It is adorned with sculptures and portraits. There is a gallery dedicated to the various hunting, gathering, and fishing practices and a gallery dedicated to agriculture. Many visitors find the Traditional Technology exhibits very interesting. Galleries on art, music, housing, and weapons will keep you occupied and fascinated. At the food gallery, you can tuck into some of the delectable dishes in a cosy serving area.

LOCATION
Shillong

THEMES
North-eastern Cultures, Museum Exhibits, Art Installations, History, Cuisine, Traditional Lifestyle

TRANSPORT
Guwahati Airport: 117 kms
Shilong Airport: 29 kms
Guwahati Railway station: 94 kms

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