A charming treasure trove tracing India's crafts heritage

Word to the wise: Leave some time to browse the particularly good gift shop, packed full of emporium goods.

Set aside plenty of time to get under the skin of this engaging museum. Designed by Charles Correa - one of India's best-loved, post-Independence architects - the museum is a shady oasis in the city that incorporates 22,000 tribal objects and a four acre village complex complete with traditional mud huts, courtyards, and shrines.

The objects inside range from modest terracotta figurines, toys, tribal paintings, jewellery and textiles, to a full-sized 18th century Gujarati balcony. The artifacts are from all across India and trace the enormous range of artisanal work from this vast country. There are also award-winning craftsmen in residence who give live demonstrations.