Kanota Museum
| Place | Kanauta |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2012 |
| Museum Type | Biographical and Military History (Private Heritage Museum) |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Ganesh Vihar Colony, Kanota, Kanauta, Rajasthan 303012 |
| Visiting Time | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Prior appointment is highly recommended as it is a private residence). |
| Entry Fee | Entry Fee: ₹200 - ₹500 |
Museum Introduction
Located within the historic Castle Kanota (built in 1872), this museum is dedicated to the life and meticulous records of General Amar Singh of Kanota, a nobleman who served in the British Indian Army and the Jaipur State Forces. The museum was established to house his extraordinary archives, which offer an intimate look at the transition from feudal Rajputana to modern India through the lens of one of history’s most prolific diarists.
General Collections
The collection features a vast array of personal effects belonging to the Kanota family, including period furniture, Edwardian-era clothing, sporting trophies (Polo), and a significant collection of vintage weaponry. The library holds over 3,000 rare books and a substantial collection of colonial-era photographs.
Unique Historical Collections
The centerpiece of the museum is the Amar Singh Diaries one of the world's longest-running continuous diaries, spanning 89 volumes from 1898 to 1942. Written in English, these diaries provide a daily account of life, military service, and social customs for over 44 years. The museum also houses his unique collection of handwritten recipe books, which preserve the culinary heritage of the Thikana of Kanota.
Additional Information
| Archaeological Survey of India | Mo |
|---|---|
| Notes | The museum is located at Castle Kanota, approximately 15 km from Jaipur on the Agra Road. It is widely recognized by international scholars as a critical primary source for South Asian social history. |
| Artifacts | 89 volumes of original handwritten diaries; Vintage Polo equipment; Ceremonial military uniforms; Period culinary manuscripts; Colonial-era silver tea sets; Rare maps of the Jaipur State. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
+91 141 2561291 +91 91666 44371 |
| Email ID | info@castlekanota.com |
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