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Sudarshan Craft Museum

Sudarshan Craft Museum Tourism

Sudarshan Craft Museum Tourism

Type of destination: Museum
Closed in: Friday
The Sudarshan Craft Museum is located in the sacred coastal town of Puri in the Indian state of Odisha. Established in the year 1977 by Sri Sudarshan Sahoo, a renowned artist and Padma Shri awardee, this museum is a sanctuary for art lovers and cultural enthusiasts. It serves both as a museum and a center for artistic activities. The institution is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of traditional Indian arts and crafts. It showcases exquisite collections of sculptures, paintings, and handicrafts. The museum also includes a workshop area where artisans can be seen creating marvelous pieces of art, a garden displaying stone sculptures, and a Buddhist temple, symbolizing peace and serenity. The museum's architecture reflects Odishan style, offering visitors a genuine glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Opening and Closing time of Sudarshan Craft Museum
Monday Opening: 10:00 AM Closing: 5:00 PM
Tuesday Opening: 10:00 AM Closing: 5:00 PM
Wednesday Opening: 10:00 AM Closing: 5:00 PM
Thursday Opening: 10:00 AM Closing: 5:00 PM
Friday Opening: CLOSED
Saturday Opening: 10:00 AM Closing: 5:00 PM
Sunday Opening: 10:00 AM Closing: 5:00 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 Sudarshan Craft Museum
Adult INR 20
Child INR 10

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Sudarshan Craft Museum
Visit Early
To avoid crowds and to explore the museum at leisure, consider visiting early in the day.
Check For Workshops
Enquire about any ongoing workshops or demonstrations to witness the creation of art firsthand.
Respect The Art
Photography may be restricted in certain areas, so be sure to follow museum guidelines.
Top 5 Reviews on Sudarshan Craft Museum
robinsongreat007
Wrote on 27th Feb, 2020
Nice place
Sudarshan Craft Museum is basically Lord Buddist temple, Nice maintain place. Nice craft to see. Clean place.
SauravC119
Wrote on 26th May, 2018
Nice place for art lovers but bad behavior
It is a small nice place to visit those who love art work. It has one small Buddhist temple,craft centre with few artists creating statues & last one sale centre. I visit the place on 24.05.2018. A la..
YoshoP
Wrote on 9th Mar, 2018
Ancient Craft of Stone Carving
The Sudarshan Craft Museum has been there since last several years and has been a school of stone carving along with the Museum and Buddha Temple. Started by Mr Sudarshan, a very humble and master cra..
JAIDEEP_BANERJEE
Wrote on 21st Feb, 2018
It is a Buddhist temple with a centre of arts with a sales centre
The place is just near Puri station..The name Museum is a little misleading..It is a craft centre with a Sales room There are 3 parts in it: 1) One small Buddhist temple, some call is Japanese templ..
arunkk1
Wrote on 31st Jan, 2018
Painting, Sculptures and more
This Craft Museum has a collection of paintings, sculptures, art works, wooden sculptures etc. Good collection of artifacts.

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