Government Museum, Alwar
| Place | Alwar |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1940 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Heritage Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | City Palace, Mohalla Ladiya, Alwar, Rajasthan 301001 |
| Visiting Time | 09:45 AM – 05:15 PM (Tuesday–Sunday) Closed on Mondays and specific holidays (e.g., Dhulandi) |
| Entry Fee | ₹20 (Indian Adults) ₹10 (Indian Students) ₹100 (Foreigners) |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1940 by Maharaja Tej Singh, the Alwar Museum is housed on the upper floors of the majestic City Palace (Vinay Vilas Mahal) in Alwar, Rajasthan. The museum preserves the private collection of the Naruka clan of Alwar, showcasing a fusion of Mughal and Rajput artistic traditions.
General Collections
The collection is organized into four galleries containing over 9,700 coins, 2,700 weapons, and numerous sculptures. It features a vast array of royal costumes, ivory work, musical instruments, taxidermy, and a significant library of medieval manuscripts in Persian, Sanskrit, and Urdu.
Unique Historical Collections
A world-renowned 13th-century manuscript of Sheikh Saadi’s "Gulistan" (Rose Garden), heavily illustrated with gold and vibrant colors; its production cost roughly one lakh rupees at the time. Royal Armory: A distinctive collection of personal weapons belonging to Mughal Emperors Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan, including a gold-wrapped sword belonging to Akbar.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum building is an architectural landmark made of red sandstone featuring jharokhas (balconies) and chhatris (cenotaphs). It is situated near the scenic Sagar Lake and the Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri. |
| Artifacts | Gold-wrapped sword of Emperor Akbar; Dagger of Emperor Jahangir; Shield of Emperor Shah Jahan; 18th-century ivory dining table with a water-flow machine; Baburnama manuscript; Shahnama manuscript; Medieval astronomical instruments. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 77370 58438 |
| Email ID | curmus.alwar@gmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
