What to do and see in Rajasthan, India: The Best Specialty Museums

December 27, 2021 Sachiko Swiger

Rajasthan (/ˈrɑːdʒəstæn/ Hindustani pronunciation: [raːdʒəsˈt̪ʰaːn] ( listen); literally, "Land of Kings") is India's largest state by area (342,239 square kilometres (132,139 sq mi) or 10.4% of India's total area). It is located on the north western side of the India, where it comprises most of the wide and inhospitable Thar Desert (also known as the "Rajasthan Desert" and "Great Indian Desert") and shares a border with the Pakistani provinces of Punjab to the northwest and Sindh to the west, along the Sutlej-Indus river valley. Elsewhere it is bordered by five other Indian states: Punjab to the north; Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to the northeast; Madhya Pradesh to the southeast; and Gujarat to the southwest.
Restaurants in Rajasthan

1. Museum of Gem and Jewellery Federation

M I Road 1st floor Rajasthan Chamber Bhawan, Jaipur 302003 India +91 99299 91818 [email protected] http://mgjjaipur.com
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Museum of Gem and Jewellery Federation

Jaipur, the city of gems is one of the most vibrant & successful Gem and Jewellery Clusters in the country.The city is known for its fine gem cutting,polishing & jewellery craftmanship, especially Kundan - Meena & Stone Jewellery. Museum showcases the heritage and the fascinating story of stone which is fully dedicated to Gem & Jewellery. It is kind in the country is opened to tourists and public.

Reviewed By venkataramanu

On entry to the Museum there is a small video presentation which is very informative. There is an excellent display of precious stones from mining to manufacturing. Gem stones, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamonds, Tanzanite, Blue Topaz.....and the list is endless, One should not miss the jewellery display ranging from Victorian Jewellery, to the Kundan-Meena, Gold and the Diamond Jewellery including the Silver jewellery. There are also helpful panels replete with scientific and historical information for the interested visitor.The Manager in charge is very friendly, patiently explaining the various sections in the museum, answering your questions and finally taking a pic of you for your visit as cameras are not allowed. We were told that this museum is only one if its kind in the country and after the visit one is convinced.

2. Amrapali Museum

K - 14/B Ashok Marg C Scheme, Jaipur 302001 India +91 141 282 2700 [email protected] http://amrapalimuseum.com
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Amrapali Museum

Amrapali Museum is an initiative by the founders of Amrapali Jewels Pvt. Ltd. The museum is dedicated to Indian jewellery and jewelled objects, located in the city of Jaipur.

3. RRAP Music Museum & Hub

Krishna Niwas, G-15, Krishna Marg, Panch Batti, C Scheme, Ashok Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302001 Landmark: Behind Jayshree Periwal School, Blue Wall & Gate, Jaipur 302001 India +91 98293 74180 [email protected] http://www.jaipurvirasatfoundation.org
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RRAP Music Museum & Hub

RRAP Music Museum and Hub is dedicated to promoting, disseminating, conserving, and repositioning the folk music traditions of Rajasthan. Centre stage are the rural musicians and musician communities of the region. Through exhibitions, outreach programs, and diverse events, the museum provides visitors with a gateway to the many different folk music cultures of Rajasthan for our new emerging India.

4. Wax Museum Udaipur

L N Marg - Sahelio Ki Bari Road Opp. Reliance Fresh, Udaipur 313003 India +91 94615 75757 http://www.waxmuseumudaipur.com
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Wax Museum Udaipur

Looking to Spend your Time wisely with Photography with Top celebs Wax Statues with added Visit to Horror House and 9D Cinema. Wax Museum Udaipur is a Perfect Place to Visit Today.

Reviewed By stanleydeve - Mumbai, India

wonderful museum horror house in so much enjoy to all family to great full enjoying movement in the museum one more 9D show is superb like the real show all family fully enjoyed Udaipur museum great to visit all wax statue are superb.

5. Jawahar Kala Kendra

Jawaharlal Marg,, Jaipur India +91 141 270 6641 http://jkk.artandculture.rajasthan.gov.in/content/ArtandCulture/en/jawahar-kala-kendra.html#
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Jawahar Kala Kendra

Reviewed By arjunajb - Greater Noida, India

I salute the Organisers and Volunteers of Rajasthan Kabir Yatra 2019 for selecting this beautiful venue for the Inauguration Event..the venue with its design, architecture and acoustics did full justice to the event..the performance by each artist was phenomenal and a Special Salute to Dappu Khan from Jisalmer.. would love to attend more such events including theater at the Jawahar Kala Kendra

6. Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing

Chanwar Palkhiwalon-ki-Haveli Kheri Gate, Amber, Jaipur 302017 India +91 141 253 0226 [email protected] http://www.anokhi.com/museum/home.html
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Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing

A small textile museum dedicated to the ancient craft of hand block printing. Housed in a restored UNSECO award winning 400 year old building - well kept displays, good information, friendly staff, a printing & wood block carving craftsman demonstrating on site, clean toilets, an excellent small (fixed price) museum shop, & a cafe serving fresh organic coffee. A quiet haven - 10 min walk through the quaint old town of Amber. Please ensure that you have been taken to the correct location. We do not pay commission; some drivers or guides may try to take you elsewhere. Entry Price: rs.80 per adult | rs.50 concession | rs.25 for students and children | video camera entry additional rs.100

Reviewed By PKfamily

This museum is located close to Amer Fort and is excellent value for money (clean toilets too!). We looked at the exhibitions and then had a live demonstration of how to make a wooden block pattern to use as a print. We continued to another live demonstration of how to block print on fabric. We were able to have a go and were allowed to take our sampler piece away as a souvenir. A very quiet museum which is well worth a visit.

7. Alice Garg National Seashells Museum

10 Amit Bhardwaj Marg Sector-7, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur 302017 India +91 141 272 0067 http://aliceseashellmuseum.org/
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Alice Garg National Seashells Museum

It is a unique collection of about 3000 seashells displayed in the middle of the desert state of Rajasthan . It was inaugurated by Prof. Yash Pal and is worth a visit.

8. Kalibanga Museum

Kalibanga Tehsil Pilibanga, Hanumangarh India
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Kalibanga Museum

Reviewed By anilj751

Very nice museum near Hanumangarh. Its good place to visit. 'Kalibanga' name means Kali(Black) Banga(Bangles). It's nearest town is 'Pilibanga' means Pili(Yellow) Banga(Bangles).

9. Desert Culture Centre & Museum

Gadi Sagar Road, Jaisalmer India +91 70149 88511 [email protected] http://www.kavirajdesertcamp.com
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Desert Culture Centre & Museum

Reviewed By lu_is_global

I visited the museum and puppet show during the off-season, (46 degree heat!) and even though I was the only tourist who arrived for the show the kind staff and puppeteers very thoughtfully went ahead with the puppet show just for me! I thought that was so generous, the ticket is only 100 rupees for the interesting museum and the fun show, which is memorable with a talented musician and puppeteer. The staff were kind and keen to explain items in the museum. Many thanks for your hospitality.

10. Birla Museum

Vidya Vihar Campus, Pilani India +91 1596 242 158 http://www.birlamuseum.in
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Birla Museum

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