Museum
Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh
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The Government Museum and Art Gallery in Chandigarh houses an extensive collection of Gandharan Buddhist sculptures, Rajasthani miniature paintings, and modern Indian art. Housed in a modernist building designed by Le Corbusier, the museum's galleries display artifacts from the Indus Valley civilization, Pahari paintings, and a notable collection of Gandharan stone carvings. Visitors can explore the evolution of Indian art through well-curated exhibits, including a dedicated section on the history of Chandigarh. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions and educational programs.
Don't miss
- Admire the Gandharan sculptures, including Buddha figures from the 1st–5th centuries
- View the exquisite Rajasthani miniature paintings depicting court scenes and epics
- See the contemporary art section featuring works by Indian modernists
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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