The Salarjung Museum is the aspiration of Mir Yusuf Ali Khan better acquainted as Salar Jung III who was elected to be the Prime Minister of the Nizam 1912 when he was only 23. He later refused the post and consecrated his entire life to the accumulation of one of a kind antiques and paintings which was the sole source of joy in his desolate life.
The year 1961 marked the declaration of the Salarjung Museum of Hyderabad to be an 'Institute of National Importance' imposed by an act passed by the Parliament.
Special Features:-
- The Salarjung Museum in Hyderabad houses over 43000 paintings, 9000 holographs and 47000 books that are all printed.
- The section dealing with Indian Art comprises of sculptures of stone, bronze idols, cuttings of jade, painted textiles, wood carvings, small paintings, modern art , carvings of ivory, textiles, metal utensils, holographs, arms and various other war attires meant for protection.
Salar Jung Museum - Entry Fee, Timing, Address, Official Website | |
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| Address | Salar Jung Road, Naya Pul, Darulshifa, Hyderabad, Telangna - 500002 |
| Entry Fee: | Entry fee for Indians : 10 Rs. Entry fee for Foreigners : 150 Rs. Entry fee for Students : 5 Rs. (given 50% concession) Entry fee for Children : 5 Rs. (given 50% concession) |
| Timing: | Visiting Hours - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Days When Closed | Friday |
| Phone No (Official) | +91-40-24576443 / + 91-40-24523211 |
| Official Website | salarjungmuseum.in |
| Photography allowed or not | Allowed |
| Camera Fee : | 50 Rs. |
| Nearest railway station | Hyderabad Decan Railway Station |
Last Updated on : 1/08/2013
