Assam State Museum

GuwahatiIndia
3/5
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NearBy Airport
Guwahati
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Best Season
January - December
  • Visiting Time : 09 AM - 6 PM
  • Ideal Duration : 2 Hrs
  • Best for : Art & Culture
  • Distance from City Centre : 1 Km km
  • Local Transport Mode : Walking,Trekking
  • Adult :INR 5

Overview

Situated at the heart of Guwahati, the Assam State Museum also happens to be one of the best cultural identities in Assam, offering a vivid glimpse of the heritage of the state. Assam State Museum Guwahati Assam is indeed an iconic institution known more than a museum; it is an exciting journey into the artistic, historical, and anthropological richness of Assam.

Established in 1940, this is an effort of the Kamarupa Anusandhan Samiti. None going to Assam will avoid visiting this museum to plunge into the land of affluent ethnic and historical life. If you are planning for the Guwahati Tour, then visiting this museum would become inevitable and will complement the experiences offered by various Guwahati Tour Packages.

Assam State Museum Guwahati stretches out through layers of history back to ancient Assam. More than 13 galleries are collections ranging from prehistoric times to modern art. Experience the revival of Assamese culture through the ages in more than 13 galleries packed with medieval sculptures, rare manuscripts, textiles, weapons, and even ancient coins representing another chapter in Assam's glorious past. Each of these pieces in this museum shares some fascinating aspects of Assamese life and links it with traditions and practices that have shaped this incredible land.

This State Museum is also renowned for its impressive collection of artworks, particularly handicrafts, which include textiles and handlooms from Assam on exhibit. The museum gallery brings to life the rich history of Assamese weaving culture by showcasing traditional handwo

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