Himachal Pradesh state museum, State museum in Shimla District, India
The Himachal Pradesh State Museum displays collections of sculptures, paintings, handicrafts, and artifacts representing the regional heritage of the Indian state.
The museum building, established in 1974, was originally constructed as a Victorian mansion in the 1860s and served as a residence for Lord William Beresford.
The collection comprises 248 handwritten manuscripts in Bhoti, Persian, Takari, and Devnagri scripts, documenting the literary traditions of the region.
Located on Chaura Maidan Road, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with different entrance fees for Indian and international visitors.
The numismatic section contains coins from the Maurya period through the Mughal and Sikh dynasties, revealing the economic development of Himachal Pradesh.
Location: Shimla District
Website: http://himachalstatemuseums.in
GPS coordinates: 31.10333,77.15083
Latest update: March 5, 2025 02:52
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