Indian Museum
भारतीय संग्रहालय
museum in
Kolkata
#3 in Kolkata
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#69 in India
The Indian Museum in Kolkata, India, is one of the oldest and largest museums in the country, having been established in 1814. It is renowned for its vast and diverse collection of artifacts, which span over six major sections: Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Geology, Zoology, and Economic Botany. Notable exhibits include the prehistoric fossils, an extensive collection of ancient Indian coins, and impressive displays of Mughal paintings and sculptures. The museum's architecture itself is a testament to colonial-era design, with its sprawling halls and grand courtyards providing a historic ambiance.
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