Museum
Indian Museum
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The Indian Museum, founded in 1814, is a treasure trove of cultural and scientific artifacts. Spread across six sections, it showcases everything from ancient Egyptian mummies and Buddhist stupas to rare fossils and exquisite Mughal paintings. Visitors can explore galleries dedicated to geology, zoology, and anthropology, making it a comprehensive journey through India's rich heritage. The grand colonial building itself adds to the experience, with its imposing architecture and sprawling halls.
Don't miss
- The Egyptian mummy in the Egyptian gallery, one of the few in India.
- The Buddhist stupa from Bharhut, with intricate carvings dating back to the 2nd century BCE.
- The fossilized skeleton of a giant prehistoric crocodile in the geology section.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Indian Museum
You can visit Indian Museum on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inCultural Confluence of Kolkata - Culture Kaleidoscope Tour5★ · 712 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$38 per personSee dates →
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Private & flexibleMesmerising Kolkata Private Customised Day Tour5★ · 20 travelers6-8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$53 per personSee dates →Getting there
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