Government Museum, Mount Abu
| Place | Mount Abu |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1965 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Ethnological Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Sani Gaon, Mount Abu, Rajasthan 307501 |
| Visiting Time | 09:45 AM – 05:15 PM (Saturday–Thursday) Closed on Fridays and gazetted holidays. |
| Entry Fee | ₹20 (Indian Adults) ₹10 (Indian Students) ₹100 (Foreigners) |
Museum Introduction
Established in 1965 and located within the Raj Bhawan (Governor's House) complex, the Government Museum, Mount Abu is dedicated to the preservation of the archaeological and tribal heritage of the Sirohi region. It serves as a key repository for artifacts recovered from the ancient township of Chandravati and the surrounding Aravalli range.
General Collections
The museum features a significant collection of 404 stone sculptures, ancient inscriptions, and miniature paintings. It also includes an ethnological section displaying traditional tribal costumes, jewelry, musical instruments, and weaponry used by the local hill-dwelling communities.
Unique Historical Collections
Chandravati Sculptures: Rare 6th to 12th-century finely carved sculptures of Devadasis (dancers) and deities recovered from the ruins of Chandravati. Brass Inscriptions: A collection of historical inscriptions documenting the socio-political history of the region. Tribal Life Diorama: A specialized 3D display depicting a traditional local tribal village with indigenous huts and handmade ornaments.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum was originally set up to house the overflow of archaeological finds from the Dilwara and Achalgarh temple regions. It is officially situated on Raj Bhavan Road near the city center. |
| Artifacts | 8th-century sculpture of Lord Surya from Achalgarh; 10th-century Thiva sculpture from Dilwara; 12th-century sculptures of Chanvar Vahini and Laxmi; Ancient Topdi (small cannons); Tribal ornaments like Barly, Damani, and Gaga Wala Thoomar. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 2974 235151 +91 99833 50408 |
| Email ID | curmus.mtabu@gmail.com |
Artifact Gallery
