This year Google’s initiative to put museums of the world at people’s fingertips across platforms – Web, iOS and Android completes a decade of its existence in India. 2,100 exhibitions can also be accessed through the platform.
10 years of Google Arts and Culture in India
Published by: Team GI Youth
Published on 18, Nov 2022
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