District Archaeological Museum, Warangal
| Place | Warangal |
|---|---|
| State | Telangana |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1991 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Historical / Art |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Behind Municipal Corporation Office, Desaipet Rd, Pochamma Maidan, Krishna Nagar, LB Nagar, Warangal, Telangana - 506002 |
| Visiting Time | 10:30 AM – 05:00 PM (Daily Closed on Fridays and Public Holidays.) |
| Entry Fee | Free Entry |
Museum Introduction
Inaugurated on February 22, 1991, the museum is housed in a single-story building. It serves as a central repository for artifacts found across the Warangal region, bridging the gap between prehistoric life and the sophisticated medieval culture of the Kakatiyas.
General Collections
The museum boasts a diverse collection of nearly 1,200 artifacts, including prehistoric stone tools, Buddhist and Jain sculptures, Kakatiya-era temple fragments, and medieval arms. It also features a gallery of coins and rare palm-leaf manuscripts.
Unique Historical Collections
Marble Buddha: A serene, large marble statue of the Buddha, reflecting the ancient Buddhist influence in the region. Wood Fossils: Incredibly rare wood fossils dating back approximately 25 lakh (2.5 million) years. Ranabheri: A massive, 11-foot-high iron drum used to rally troops before battle.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | There has been an ongoing plan to relocate this museum to a new building at Warangal Fort due to the dilapidated condition of the current premises. As of early 2026, the relocation is still pending completion of the new site. |
| Artifacts | Lower Paleolithic hand axes; 1197 AD inscription of Kakatiya Mahadeva; Bidriware (silver-inlaid metalwork); Nizam-era weapons including Katars and Jambias; Stucco figurines and Sarcophagi. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 40 2323 4942 (Department HQ) +91 83740 35184 |
Artifact Gallery
