The Nepal Military Museum, located opposite to the National Museum in Chhauni, depicts the glorious past of Nepal Army. The museum also serves as a research facility for students, housing a collection of artifacts, paintings, and other objects that demonstrate the Nepal Army's dedication and devotion to the country. Located only a few minutes from Kathmandu's central area it is an ideal museum for those interested in learning more about Nepal's armed forces.
Inside the museum, there are endless paintings depicting Nepali battles over the centuries that highlight the bravery of military generals from antiquity to the present and their role in the unification of Nepal. A lot can be learnt about the brave Gurkhas known all over the world for their spectacular fighting skills while visiting the museum. It also houses old Nepali maps, Nepal's first Rolls-Royce presented by Queen Elizabeth II to the country, as well as a Skyvan transport plane.