Explore India’s Heritage: Top Must-Visit Museums

Jul 31, 2024 Tanvi Kaushik

The National Museum in New Delhi features India's heritage with artifacts from the Indus Valley to the Mughal era

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Founded in 1814, the Indian Museum in Kolkata boasts a vast collection of historical artifacts and antiques

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya in Mumbai, features art and history in building with Indian and Islamic architectural styles

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The Government Museum in Chennai displays ancient artifacts, coins, natural history specimens, and Chola bronzes

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Salar Jung Museum in Hyderabad features a diverse collection of global art and artifacts collected by Salar Jung III

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The Jaipur City Palace Museum displays Rajasthan's royal heritage with artifacts, royal attire, and manuscripts

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