District Museum, Panagal
| Place | Nalgonda |
|---|---|
| State | Telangana |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1982 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Site Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Panagal Rd, Municipal Quarters Area, Nalgonda, Telangana 508001 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Saturday to Thursday Closed on Fridays and major public holidays.) |
| Entry Fee | ₹10 (Adults) ₹5 (Children) |
Museum Introduction
Inaugurated in February 1982, the museum is spread across a three-acre complex. It was established to safeguard artifacts unearthed from various excavation sites in the Nalgonda district, including Yeleswaram, Phanigiri, and Vardamana Kota.
General Collections
The museum houses a diverse collection of nearly 640 antiquities. These include prehistoric stone tools, ancient coins, bronze icons, beads, traditional arms and weapons, and significant copper plate inscriptions.
Unique Historical Collections
Ikshvaku Sculptures: Features rare statues of Hindu deities dating back to the Andhra Ikshvaku dynasty (3rd century CE). Submerged Heritage: Preserves ancient Shiva Lingas and sculptures rescued from villages like Yeleswaram before they were submerged by the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is situated within the compound of the Pachala Someswara Swamy Temple, allowing visitors to explore both the active religious site and the historical exhibits in one visit. |
| Artifacts | Broken inscriptional slab with Sun and Moon symbols; 11th-century hero stones (Veeragallu); Circular bronze shields (Asaf Jahi style); Baked clay jars from Belum Caves; and a variety of Saptamatrika panels. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 40 2323 4942 (Heritage Department HQ) |
Artifact Gallery
