Goa Chitra Museum
| Place | Benaulim |
|---|---|
| State | Goa |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2008 |
| Museum Type | Ethnographic, Cultural, Heritage |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | H.No. 498, Near Auxilium High School, Benaulim, Goa 403716 |
| Visiting Time | 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM (Daily) |
| Entry Fee | Any One Museum: Rs 150 Any 2 Museums: Rs 250 All 3 Museums : Rs 300 |
Museum Introduction
Founded by Victor Hugo Gomes in 2009, Goa Chitra is a private ethnographic museum located in Benaulim, South Goa. It is dedicated to preserving Goa's traditional lifestyle and agrarian heritage, showcasing the evolution of indigenous technology and craftsmanship. The museum structure itself is built using recycled materials from over 300 demolished traditional Goan houses.
General Collections
A vast collection of over 4,000 artifacts including traditional farming implements, local pottery, ancient musical instruments, religious altars, and domestic utensils. It features three distinct sections: Goa Chitra (ethnographic), Goa Chakra (transport), and Goa Cruti (colonial history).
Unique Historical Collections
An extensive collection of over 80 ancient Indian modes of transport (Goa Chakra), including unique carts, carriages, and palanquins sourced from across India, and a rare collection of pre-colonial agrarian tools
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | Rated as the "topmost contemporary museum" in India by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The museum operates within an organic farm and serves as a "laboratory for learning" through workshops and cultural events. |
| Artifacts | Sugarcane crusher, traditional wooden plows, ghanno (oil press), various rathas (chariots), palkis (palanquins), and colonial-era furniture. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 832 2772910 +91 832 2772911 |
| Email ID | goachitra@gmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
