Amar Mahal Museum and Library
| Place | Jammu |
|---|---|
| State | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1975 |
| Museum Type | Historical, Cultural, and Art Gallery |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Palace Rd, Karan Nagar, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir 180001 |
| Visiting Time | April to September: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. October to March: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. (Closed on Mondays and State Holidays). |
| Entry Fee | ₹20 per Indian adult ₹10 for children ₹100 for foreign visitors |
Museum Introduction
Built in the 1890s for Raja Amar Singh, this French-style chateau served as the last official residence of the Dogra dynasty. It was converted into a museum in 1975 by Dr. Karan Singh to preserve the rich royal heritage of Jammu.
General Collections
The museum houses a vast collection of royal family portraits, contemporary Indian art, and an extensive library. It also includes galleries dedicated to Pahari and Kangra miniature paintings.
Unique Historical Collections
The star attraction is the Golden Throne of the Jammu rulers, which is made of 120 kg of pure gold.
Additional Information
| Video URL | https://youtu.be/Z67L-4U6cO0?si=qRqgKitc2Rt8eXjR |
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| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
| Notes | The palace architecture is unique in the region for its French-Chateau style, featuring sloping roofs, turrets, and ornate wooden balconies. |
| Artifacts | The 120kg Golden Throne, the Nala-Damayanti miniature painting set (47 paintings), the Dashavatara gallery, and personal belongings of Maharani Tara Devi (including her silver bedspread). |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details |
091-191-2548083 +91-191-2561141 |
| Email ID | hritaratrust@gmail.com |