Nehru
Planetarium is a large domed building at Mumbai (Bombay) that was
inaugurated on 3rd March 1977 by Smt Indira Gandhi (former Prime
Minister of India). Situated at Annie Besant Road in Worli, Nehru
Planetarium was designed by J.M. Kadri - the finest architect of India.
It is to be found at a distance of 8 km from the City Centre, right next
to Mahalakshmi Racecourse. Nehru Planetarium is popular among the
amateur astronomers of the city. Over the years, the planetarium has evolved into a center for logical study of astronomy and space science. It also acts as a meeting place of scientists and scholars for discussions and lectures regarding different cosmological and Astronomical events. The programmes like science quiz contest, astro-painting, astro-poetry, science elocution etc. conducted by the Nehru Planetarium are meant for inspiring students.
Since its establishment, this planetarium has produced thirty-one astronomical presentations that have been watched by around 10 million lovers of uranology. It's the only astronomical centre, which encompasses both concert and movie auditorium. Indeed Nehru Planetarium is the best place for those, who are enamored with astronomy and outer space. The domed interior is daily exposed to shows, which reveal the enduring mysteries of the universe.
Inside the planetarium, there are several cubicles that can guesstimate your weight on each of the nine planets of the Solar System. Adjoining it is the Nehru Centre, which has facets like art gallery, restaurant, library, cultural center and a 14-gallery exhibit known as Discovery of India. Thus, Nehru Planetarium provides an insight into the cosmic world and serves as a platform for budding astronomers.