Museums in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh is a state with a rich historical past. Several dynasties have ruled the state and each has had a remarkable contribution in molding the culture of the state. This multi hued culture of the state is reflected in each and every aspect of Andhra society. The legacy is being carried forward very successfully. The cuisine, the literature, music, dance and various other art forms mirror the culture of the state. In addition to that, the Museums of Andhra Pradesh also represents its diverse culture.

The Museums of Andhra Pradesh are depositories of a variety of objects that manifest the rich historical and cultural heritage of the land. A visit to the Museums of Andhra Pradesh provides valuable insights into the history of the place.

The Museums of Andhra Pradesh are the storehouses of an impressive selection of sculptures, paintings and various other artifacts that are of immense historical and artistic value. It is a matter of immense pleasure to all art and history lovers to witness all the beautiful works of art housed in the Museums of Andhra Pradesh.

The Museums of Andhra Pradesh are rich repositories of rare antique pieces and it is a great privilege to be seeing these exceptional pieces.

Of all the Museums of Andhra Pradesh, the Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad deserves to be specially mentioned because it has the prestigious distinction of being the world’s largest single man collection. Mir Yousuf Ali Khan popularly known as Salar Jung II is credited with this accomplishment. The statue of Rebecca is a sculptural marvel and is kept in this Andhra Pradesh museum.

The AP State Museum, Hyderabad also has an enviable collection of art objects. The building itself is well worth a visit being one of the finest examples of Indo Saracenic architecture.

If you are interested in unraveling the mysteries of the Universe there is no better place for you to be in other than theBirla Planetarium and Science Museum, Hyderabad. The sky shows are entertaining and enlightening at the same time.

Nagarjunakonda Museum, Nagarjunakonda is in the shape of a Buddhist Vihara and stores relics of the past. Visiting it is like taking a walk down the corridors of history.