Dakshinchitra, Living museum on East Coast Road, Tamil Nadu, India.
The museum features reconstructed traditional houses from South Indian states, displaying regional architectural styles through precise building techniques and materials.
Established in 1996, Dakshinchitra originated as an educational center to document and preserve traditional South Indian architecture and craftsmanship methods.
The museum presents daily demonstrations of regional handicrafts, including pottery making, textile weaving, bronze casting, and traditional painting techniques.
Dakshinchitra opens Monday and Wednesday through Friday from 10:00 to 18:00, while weekend hours extend until 19:00 for extended visiting opportunities.
Skilled artisans work permanently at designated stations throughout the museum grounds, creating authentic South Indian artifacts using traditional tools and methods.
Location: Tamil Nadu
Address: DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum, SH 49, Muthukadu, Tamil Nadu 603112, India 603112 603112
Opening Hours: Poniedziałek 10:00-18:00; Środa-Piątek 10:00-18:00; Sobota-Niedziela 10:00-19:00
Phone: +919841020149
Website: https://dakshinachitra.net
GPS coordinates: 12.82300,80.24199
Latest update: May 14, 2025 14:53
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