Museum
Government Museum, Chennai
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The Government Museum in Chennai, also known as the Madras Museum, is one of India's oldest museums, established in 1851. Its sprawling campus includes multiple buildings covering archaeology, numismatics, zoology, and art. Highlights include a rich collection of Roman and Buddhist antiquities, a gallery of South Indian bronzes, and the Amaravati sculptures. Visitors can explore the museum's natural history section and the adjacent Connemara Public Library. The museum offers a deep dive into Tamil Nadu's cultural and historical heritage.
Don't miss
- Admire the Amaravati marble sculptures dating from the 2nd century BCE
- Explore the Bronze Gallery featuring exquisite Chola-era statues
- View the extensive coin collection with specimens from ancient Rome to British India
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Government Museum, Chennai
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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