Bhagavan Mahavir Government Museum, Cuddapah - 97

There are ancient stone sculptures, idols and inscriptions dating back several centuries, displayed in this museum.

Guys, Bhagavan Mahavir Government Museum settled in Cuddapah is of historical and archaeological meaning. It was demonstrated in 1982 with the contributions of given by Jain businessmen and hence was named after their deity 'Mahavir'.

It is families ancient stone sculptures, idols made of granite, dolomite, limestone, sandstone, bronze icons and inscriptions dating back to several centuries. These gaffers were came upon during diggings carried out at various places in Cuddapah, Hyderabad and Kurnool districts. These sculptures, which date back to the period from the 5^th to 18^th century, have been excavated from Nandalur, Mantapampally, Gundluru, Attirala, Thimmayapalem, Kolathur, Poli and other villages.

Guys, you can find here some unusual forms of deities, a statue of Lord Ganapathi with his feet corresponding that of an elephant and a statue of Hanuman dating back to Vijayanagar period with long hair tied up in a lace. The idols of Dakshapathi belonging to the Chalukya period with a goat's head and Lord Shiva dating back to 9^th and 10^th century with Ganga not over the head but on one side of it are unique. The image of Vishnu is shown holding a 'sankhu' (conch) in the right hand and a club in the left but usually Vishnu forms have a 'chakram' in the right hand and a conch in the left.

Some other displays include coins dating back to the Satavahana period, Ikshawakus, Bahmanis, Vishnukundins, Mughals and Qutub Shahi's and also have miniature paintings including swords and knives of the Mughal age. Other antique pieces at the museum include 'Veerashila' idols showing tribal warlords. Ancient stone tools and weapons of varying sizes and shapes also adorn the hall.

You can visit here from 10.30 am to 05.00 pm except Fridays And Public Holidays. Here is no charge to visit this excellent place. Do not keep cameras, because photography is not allowed.

How to get there?

Rail:

This museum is settled on the busy road of the railway station in Cuddapah. Taxis auto rickshawas and city buses are available.

Road:

Cuddapah is well connected by road with all the major places in the state.

Where to stay?

Accommodation is available in the hotels at Cuddapah.

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Archaeological Museum, Amaravathi - 96

The museum has sculptures and monographs from the Chalukyan and Kakatiya periods. A pictorial depiction of Buddha’s life and teachings are among the antiquities on display.

Guys the place Amaravati, is located on the right bank of the river Krishna at a distance of 35 km north of the railway station of Guntur town. It is also a center of pilgrimage, known as Amareswaram.

Guys, the Amaravati school of art concerns a leading position in the history of Indian Art. With its beginning in 3rd century BC the Amaravati spreads out its chapters through the wandflower of sculptural wealth that once decorated the Mahachaitya the imperial monument of the Buddhists situated here with its history extending over a period of a millennium and a half.

The gallery has picked out examples of the art traditions of Amaravati are exhibited. The lotus and the purnakumbha motifs are typical of Amaravati Art conveying propitiousness and teemingness. The two drum blocks describing the Stupas, in bas relief give a fair idea of the structure. Buddha in these panels during the early period is represented symbolically in the form of ‘Svastika’ mark on a cushioned seat over a throne (Vajrasana) under the Bodhi tree in one case and a Flaming pillar (agni skanda) in another case. Over the dome are depicted the Jatakas in low relief. The standing Buddha secured from Gummadidurru is datable to eight century AD.

The full size flowery bull (nandisvara) of the Satavahana period in round is a beautiful piece of art picked up from the local Amaresvara temple. The garland and bearers of a copingstone, the images of Vajrayana period, and a Jaina Tirthankara of medieval times are quite interesting in this gallery.

Earlier forms of Ganesa and Ganesani among the Yakshaganas carrying the garland. Lakshmi in earlier period and the panel showing division of the relics of Lord Buddha by the disputing princes on the coping of the railing, are a few notable pieces of art.

Guys, you can visit here from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm except Fridays. Here you can gets entrance fees of Rs. 2/- per head and children up to 15 years are entered free.

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Archaeological Museum, Konark - 95

Its main attractions are the sculptures retrieved from the Sun Temple at Konark. These sculptures follow the architectural and artistic patterns of the temple. The sculptures depict aspects of religious, social and economic life of the people of Orissa during the 13th century.

Guys, this museum housing the fallen sculptures and architectural members of the Sun temple was shifted to the present museum building in 1968. The present museum is settled little away from the main temple in the north direction.

The museum has four galleries displaying 260 various ancientnesses retrieved from the clearance work of Sun temple. Besides, it has a rich reserve collection.

The first gallery has 62 antiquities many of the sculptures retrieved from the Sun temple complex have been displayed in this gallery. The image of Surya in sand stone the sculpture in chlorite stone include the king in discussion, marriage scenes, the various embodiments of Visnu, etc. The Khandolite built rebuilt wheel which has been displayed by collecting the various portions of the wheel. Besides, other important antiquities have been displayed in the showcases.

The second gallery has 108 antiquities on display. The reconstructed wall of temple, cult objects like dikpals and celestial nymphs, the head of the crocodile in gigantic nature, the flora and fauna carved on stone, the drummer, etc. are among main display in the gallery.

The third gallery has 45 objects. The huge figures of superb workmanship have been displayed in this gallery include celestial nymphs, image of Surya Narayana, Gaja-Vyala, the king and his troop. Some erotic figures are also displayed in this gallery. Many of the images have also been exhibited in the show cases.

The fourth gallery is recently organized and has 45 artifacts on display. The objects include roaring lion, man tied by the elephant trunk, crocodile head meant for pranala in the temple, part of a Surya image and king witnessing dance performance, erotic couples, salabhanjikas, elephants on pilaster, scroll works and swans taking the garland etc.

The corridor is utilized by display of images of various ancient monuments and archaeological sites of Orissa displaying evolution and development of Orissa architecture.

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Orissa State Museum, Bhubaneshwar - 94

Guys, Orissa has one of India’s oldest and most artistic traditions with determines form Buddhism, Jainism and Brahminical styles. The museum has a rich collection of archaeology and numismatics, armory, natural history and contemporary art. Its palm leaf manuscripts must not be missed. There is also a gallery dedicated to Utkalmani Gopabandhu Dash.

The origin of Orissa State Museum retraced back to the year 1932. Its foundation was laid when Professor N. C. Banerjee and Professor Ghanshyam Dash of Ravenshaw College, two famous historians, initiated the task of collecting archaeological treasures from different places. At that time, the museum was started within the college premises only. It was later in 1938 that, the Government of Orissa formally announced it as the Orissa State Museum.

The moment you will enter the Orissa state museum, its very first glance will take you into the world of past, cueing you of the history and cultural traditions of the state. Orissa state museum of Bhubaneswar has an amazing collection of copper plates, coins, stone inscriptions and sculptures. You will be amazed to see uncommon handwritten book written on the palm leaves. The museum also houses age-old bronze tools and traditional & folk musical instruments.

If you want to have a look at the rare epigraphical records, you will have to visit the museum’s Epigraphy Gallery. For art lovers, walking through the handicraft museum, while glancing at splendid miniature paintings, is a delightful experience. It contains a fabulous collection of patta paintings, brass ware, stone sculptures and the well-known silver filigree work of Orissa. If you want to explore the tribal culture of the region, then the Tribal Museum is just the place for you. So visit at Orissa State Museum, Bhubaneshwar to see the rare displays.

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79. Jalan Museum, Patna, Bihar - 79
80. Nalanda Archaeological Museum - 80
81. Patna Museum - 81
82. Assam State Museum, Gauhati - 82
83. Indian Museum, Kolkata, West Bengal - 83
84. Ashutosh Museum of Indian Art, Kolkata - 84
85. Victoria Memorial Museum, Kolkata - 85
86. Bangiya Sahita Parishad Chitrasala, Kolkata - 86
87. Birla Academy of Art and Culture Museum, Kolkata - 87
88. Crafts Museum, Kolkata - 88
89. Nehru Children’s Museum, Kolkata - 89
90. Rabindra Bharati Museum, Kolkata - 90
91. Birla Industrial and Technological Museum, Kolkata - 91
92. Asiatic Society Museum, Kolkata - 92
93. Kolkata Panorama at Town Hall - 93