Government Museum, Mandore
| Place | Jodhpur |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1965 |
| Museum Type | Archaeological / Heritage Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Mandore, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342007 |
| Visiting Time | 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM (Saturday–Thursday) Closed on Fridays and specific gazetted holidays. |
| Entry Fee | ₹50 (Indian Nationals) ₹100 (Foreign Nationals). Access to the surrounding Mandore Garden is genera |
Museum Introduction
The Government Museum of Mandore is located within the lush Mandore Garden complex in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Established to preserve the historical relics of Mandore, which served as the capital of the Marwar region before the founding of Jodhpur, the museum is housed in a building that reflects traditional Rajasthani architecture. It provides a specialized look into the artistic and military history of the Rathore dynasty.
General Collections
The museum's collection features a significant array of stone sculptures, miniature paintings, and historical artifacts recovered from the ruins of Mandore. It is particularly known for its archaeological wing which houses relics dating back to the 6th century, alongside galleries for local folk arts and traditional weaponry.
Unique Historical Collections
Hall of Heroes: Adjacent to the main museum galleries, this hall contains 16 colossal figures of folk deities and Rajput warriors, such as Pabuji and Ramdeo-ji, carved from a single natural rock. Marwar Royal Portraits: A rare series of paintings and artifacts belonging to the early rulers of the Rathore clan. Shrine of Three Hundred Million Gods: A gallery featuring vibrant, high-relief images of a vast pantheon of Hindu deities.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is part of the larger Mandore Garden, which contains the royal cenotaphs (Devals) of the Jodhpur kings. It is often overshadowed by the larger Sardar Government Museum in the city center, but it offers a more intimate look at the ancient history of the region. The garden area is known for its large population of langurs. |
| Artifacts | 6th to 12th-century stone carvings; Traditional Rajasthani folk costumes; Medieval swords and shields; 16 monolithic rock-cut statues; Ancient pottery fragments; Manuscripts related to the history of Marwar. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 291 257 1400 (General Jodhpur Tourism Desk) |
Artifact Gallery
