KATHMANDU, April 20 -- The number of visitors at the Narayanhiti Palace Museum has risen significantly after the royal crown and scepter were put on display at the museum in October last year.

Situated at the heart of the city, the museum has become a center of attraction for visitors of different age groups and art and culture enthusiasts from across the country. Also considered a learning ground for school students, the palace was opened for visitors on February 27, 2009.

Hundreds of people from different walks of life visit the museum daily. Meanwhile, only 31 of the 52 rooms of the palace museum have been opened for the public so far. "Along with the personal possessions of the ex-royals, Queen Aishwarya's personal make-up room has ...