Museums
Srirangapatna

Museums in Srirangapatna

Srirangapatna, an enchanting town of historical and cultural importance in Karnataka, has a magnificent collection of museum that displays prehistoric era of Indian history, tradition and creativity through the antique coins, clothes, paintings, furniture and relics. Standing at the place that once served as the capital of Mysore under the reign of Tipu Sultan, popularly known as the 'Tiger of Mysore' arouses the feeling of joy and patriotism. If you are planning to travel Srirangapatna and want to acquaint yourself about the rich historical and cultural heritage of the place, a visit to the below mentioned museum in Srirangapatna must be in your travel itinerary:

Address : Albert Victor Road, Opposite Bangalore Medical College, Chamarajpet, Bangalore - 560018

Timing : 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Closed : Only on Public Holidays

Tipu Sultan Museum

The captivating Tipu Sultan Museum is situated inside Daria Daulat Bagh, the summer palace of Tipu Sultan displays the items mostly related to the great ruler. A portrait made by the British artist G.F. Cherry showing the king wearing a striped shirt, a girth belt and a cross belt decorated with beautiful stones is a delight to the eyes. There are around eighteen pencil sketches exhibited to the visitors. Most of the sketches include Tipu Sultan's seven sons, his vakils, commanders, companion and senior door keeper.

The age-old coins issued by the king in various denominations like the paisa, quarter paisa, half paisa and one-eighth paisa are also on display. The costume of Tipu Sultan like a pajama, silk coat and straw hat are also showcased to the visitors. The weapons that the king used to carry in war like the daggers, swords and brass cannon are popular attractions of the museum.