Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum Tourism
Type of destination: Museum
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Closed in: Every Tuesday and on national holidays
Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum, established in 1875, is one of the most prominent landmarks in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. It is located in the heart of Raipur near D.K. Hospital Road and named after Mahant Ghasidas of Rajnandgaon who initiated its construction. The museum showcases the rich cultural heritage of Chhattisgarh with an extensive collection of anthropological artifacts, inscriptions, sculptures, coins, and crafts. It features five galleries each dedicated to different themes such as archaeology, natural history, and art. The architecture of the museum reflects the colonial style, with spacious halls and high ceilings. A significant highlight of the museum is its collection of rare and ancient tribal artifacts that provide insights into the lives of indigenous communities of the region. As a repository of the state's history and culture, it serves as an educational hub for historians, researchers, and tourists alike.
Opening and Closing time of Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum
| Monday |
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Tuesday |
Closed |
| Wednesday |
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Thursday |
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Friday |
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Saturday |
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Sunday |
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum
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Tips when you are visiting to Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum
It's best to go on a weekday to avoid crowds.
Carry water and wear comfortable shoes.
Check for guided tours for a more informative experience.
Top 5 Reviews on Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum
vihhu2012
Wrote on 28th Jan, 2023
Heritage of India
The museum is small but good . It has 3 floors ground floor, first floor and the second floor . The museum was opened by Dr Rajendra Prasad the first President of India in 1953 . I visited the museum ..
Johnweak
Wrote on 28th Apr, 2020
Nice place
Musium is loocking so nice and beautiful,place is cleane and big,historical and old items view in this musium,enjoyment place.
pssaini2020
Wrote on 25th Mar, 2020
Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum
Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum is also a famous museum of raipur, chhattisgarh even i visited in the month of december 2019 with my friends
Suryakantpatel
Wrote on 30th Aug, 2019
Beauty of chhattidgarh
If you want to know about Chhattisgarh and its tribes and there life and you love history than this place is best for you and you can enjoy Chhattisgarh local traditional food at Gadh caleva.
sankalans
Wrote on 25th Mar, 2019
Small, Quaint, Interesting...
The Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum is a small but quaint museum. There are female guides and museum keepers here-sounds sexist but actually a very rare thing to find in Indian museums. Not many peopl..
