Bijapur Museum
Museum type :
Archaeological Museum

Established in :
1934

Holidays :
NO CLOSE DAY

Visiting Hours :
10:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Contact No :
+91 8352 241043

Location :
Karnataka , India

Display Objects :

The Bijapur Museum is located in the historic city of Bijapur, Karnataka, India. It houses a rich collection of artifacts, sculptures and paintings from the ancient and medieval period. The museum was established in 1934 and was initially known as Bijapur Archaeological Museum. The museum houses artefacts from the Chalukya, Rashtrakuta, Bahamani and Adilshahi dynasties, as well as from the modern and ancient period.




Description :

The museum houses some of the most exquisite and ancient sculptures, paintings, coins and inscriptions found in Bijapur and its surrounding areas. The sculptures found in the museum depict scenes from the Hindu epics, like the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as scenes from the Jain and Buddhist traditions. The museum also houses a number of manuscripts, mostly written in old Kannada and Sanskrit, which are an invaluable source of information about the region’s history. The museum also houses a number of paintings from the Mughal period. The collection includes portraits of the Mughal rulers and their courtiers, as well as paintings depicting scenes from the court of the Mughal emperor Akbar. The museum also has a number of coins from the medieval and modern periods, which are an important source of information about the currency used in the region. The Bijapur Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history and culture of South India. It is a great destination for those looking to learn more about the past and the region’s fascinating art forms. The museum is open to the public from 10 am to 5 pm on all days, except Mondays and public holidays. Entry to the museum is free of charge.