Government Museum, Jaisalmer
| Place | Jaisalmer |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1984 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Geological / Heritage Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Road, near hotal Moomal, Police Line, Jaisalmer, Kishan Ghat, Rajasthan 345001 |
| Visiting Time | 09:40 AM – 05:15 PM (Saturday–Thursday) Closed on Fridays and specific public holidays (e.g., Dhulandi). |
| Entry Fee | ₹20 (Indian Adults) ₹10 (Indian Students) ₹100 (Foreigners) |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1984 by the Department of Archaeology and Museums, the Government Museum Jaisalmer is located on Police Line Road in the heart of the "Golden City." It was specifically designed to highlight the multifaceted traditional, cultural, and geological heritage of the Great Thar Desert. The museum is housed in a structure built from beautiful local yellow sandstone, mirroring the city's iconic architecture.
General Collections
The museum's repertoire includes 72 stone sculptures, 13 paintings, 65 coins, eight inscriptions, and nearly 180 embroidered dresses and handicrafts. It also maintains a significant collection of medieval manuscripts, ancient weapons, and folk musical instruments that reflect the daily lives and martial history of the people of Jaisalmer.
Unique Historical Collections
Marine and Wood Fossils: A distinctive geological collection featuring prehistoric fossils that provide evidence of the Thar Desert's underwater past millions of years ago. Kiradu and Lodurva Sculptures: Rare 12th-century stone sculptures recovered from the ancient townships of Kiradu and Lodurva. Great Indian Bustard Exhibit: A specialized glass case housing a specimen of the State Bird of Rajasthan (Godawan), highlighting the region's unique biodiversity.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum building is frequently described as resembling a royal palace. It is located near other major landmarks like the Jaisalmer Fort and Gadsisar Lake. Unlike the Jaisalmer War Museum (which is located on the Jodhpur highway), this museum focuses on the cultural and archaeological history of the region. |
| Artifacts | 12th-century sculptures of deities; Ancient coins and inscriptions; Traditional royal dresses with gold and silver embroidery; 180-million-year-old wood fossils; Rajasthani puppets; Miniature paintings; Ancient household utensils made of precious metals. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 1800 11 1363 +91 2992 252 144 |
| Email ID | curmus.jaisalmer@gmail.com |