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Bilal Vaidya
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    If you’re short on time, skip the long manuscript wing and head straight to the coin display on the ground floor. The collection includes silver coins from the 17th century Kumaon kingdom and a few copper pieces that show early trade links. After you’ve seen those, you can walk back to the museum café and grab a quick bite at Sunita Elite nearby.

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