State Museum

State Museum

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Assam State Museum, also known as Assam Rajyik State Museum, is located in the heart of Guwahati city in Dighali Pukhuri tank. It is one of the most famous museums of the North- East India that gives insights into the rich culture of ancient history and as well as the modern history of North-East India. Its prominent location in the center of the city attracts a large number of history buffs and tourists visiting Guwahati. The museum was established during the colonization of British in India in the year 1940. It was set up by the Kamarupa Anusandhan Samiti, Assam research society to showcase the history, sculptures, and handicrafts of North East India. The museum was developed under the presidency of Kanklal Baruah, and it was taken by the state soon after his death in the year 1953. The Museum offers an extensive collection of artifacts and sculptures dating back to the 5th-12th century to the new artifacts from the World War II. This museum is a great place to visit if you want a sneak-peak of the history of the North-east India.

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10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday
    10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday
    10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday
    10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Sunday
    10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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