Contact
- Sector 10-C, Chandigarh, India.
- +91 0172 274 0261
- +91 0172 274 0261
- +91 0172 274 0261
- +91 0172 274 0261
- museum-chd@nic.in
- chdmuseum.gov.in
Where History Meets Art – A Legacy Preserved in Time.
| MMonday | 10:00 AM - 16:30 |
| TTuesday | 10:00 AM - 16:30 |
| WWednesday | 10:00 AM - 16:30 |
| TThursday | 10:00 AM - 16:30 |
| FFriday | 10:00 AM - 16:30 |
| SSaturday | 10:00 AM - 16:30 |
| SSunday | 10:00 AM - 16:30 |
The Government Museum and Art Gallery is one of the most significant museums in North India, known for its rich collection of art, sculptures, and historical artifacts. It was established in 1947 after the partition of India, when many artworks from the Lahore Museum were relocated here.
🏛️ Main Attractions:
✅ Gandhara Sculptures – Ancient Buddhist sculptures from the Gandhara region
✅ Miniature Paintings – Exquisite Pahari and Rajasthani paintings
✅ Modern & Contemporary Art – Works by famous Indian artists
✅ Manuscripts & Coins – Rare historical documents and currency collections
✅ Egyptian Mummy – A well-preserved mummy on display
🔹 Other Sections within the Museum Complex:
- Natural History Museum – Showcasing evolution, fossils, and wildlife
- Chandigarh Architecture Museum – Tracing the city’s planning and design by Le Corbusier
- National Gallery of Portraits – Featuring portraits of India’s freedom fighters
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