Maharao Madho Singh Museum

To preserve the rich cultural and architectural heritage of the city a number of palaces have been converted into museums. Maharao Madho Singh Museum is located in the old magnificent palace. On your trip to Kota do not miss this museum, as it is definitely one of the best museums in the state of Rajasthan.

The exquisite sculptures, frescoes and murals present a breathtaking view. The armoury section of the museum is amazing with numerous varieties of arms like swords, knives, bows and arrow, pistols, rifles etc. The museum also exhibits some of the creative things that were used by the erstwhile rulers of Kota.

One of the main attractions of Maharao Madho Singh Museum at Kota is the huge collection of Rajput miniature paintings belonging to the Kota school of art. The museum was a palace in the past where the rulers of Kota used to live and rule the kingdom. The museum has derived its name from the son of the ruler of Bundi who was declared as the first ruler of Kota by Jehangir, the Mughal emperor.

The historical city of Kota was once a part of the former Rajput kingdom of Bundi. The magnificent cultural heritage of the place is quite evident through its beautiful palaces, temples and museums. While viewing the exhibits of Maharao Madho Singh Museum we get a wonderful glance into the splendor and history of the place. The museum is closed for visitors on Fridays and holidays declared by the state.

Last Updated on December 07, 2011