Peak into the history of Jodhpur, and witness its lavish culture at the Government Museum. It is located inside Umaid public gardens and was built in 1909. The museum was constructed under the reign of Maharaja Umed Signhji, and was built by Henry Vaughan Lanchester.
The Government Museum houses around 400 sculptures, 10 ancient inscriptions, thousands of miniature paintings, terracotta artwork, ancient coins, metallic objects, arms, stuff toys, stone sculptures, inscriptions and other miscellaneous objects which are simply astonishing. Within the museum vicinity there is a well stocked library and zoo. There is a separate history section for military memorabilia which exhibits tools, weapons, memorials, brass and wooden models.
This informative temple of learning is worth a visit for all the art and craft lovers.
ADDRESS
Behind Rajasthan High Court, Mali Street, Paota, Jodhpur, Rajasthan-342006, India
TIMINGS
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
CLOSED
Friday and public holidays
The main attractions of Umaid Bhawan includes a collection of vintage cars, clocks and banners gifted by Queen Victoria, artefacts belonging to the royals, cutleries, trophies and weapons.ADDRESSNear Circuit House Road, Jodhpur, Rajasthan-342006, IndiaTIMINGS9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Open on all days
