Government Musuem@Chennai
The vast museum set up in the capital city of the South Indian state Tamilnadu is one of the prominent tourist attractions frequented by travelers and native of the state as well is the Government Museum, an iconic location taking you back into the vibrant pages of history.
Prominent Attractions of Government Museum, Chennai:
The museum has various sections catering to the diverse interests of the visitors. Anthropology, Archeaology, Botany, Zoology, Art Gallery, Children’s Museum, Numismatics are few of the sections where some of the exhibits are even pre historic. Researchers, history buffs, students, photo fanatics are largely attracted by the exhibits in this museum.
Getting There:
Chennai is acclaimed as Gateway of South India with the best connectivity with almost many of the countries. You can reach the destination in a 40 minutes drive from Chennai Airport.
Best Time to visit:
The weather will be at its best between October and March. So, plan your trip to Chennai during this period which is a high peak season.
Entry Timings:
The Government Museum in Chennai is kept open to public from 9.30AM to 5.00PM. Please note the museum is closed on Fridays, Independence Day(August 15th), Republic Day (January 26th) and Gandhi Jeyanthi (October 2nd).
Entry Fee:
Indian Visitors:
Children: Rs10
Adults: Rs.15
Bonafide School students: Rs.5
International Visitors:
Children: Rs125
Adults: Rs.250
Bonafide School students: Rs.75
Other Fee:
Still Camera : Rs.200
Video Camera: Rs.500
Dakshina Chitra Musuem
Museum that exclusively aims at exhibiting the rich heritage and culture of South India is at Chennai, the capital city of South Indian state Tamilnadu known popularly as Dakshina Chitra. Preserving and promoting the culture, art forms and lifestyles of South India has been exhibited in the most enjoyable way in Dakshina Chitra.
What to see in Dakshina Chitra?
Dakshina Chitra houses the collection of 18 houses representing the different regions of South Indian states Tamilnadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Andhra. An astonishing fact is that all these houses have been taken down and transported from the exact places where they were located and after reconstruction and stuffing them with the contextual properties, the houses are displayed for the public view. If you see the section of Tamilnadu, the houses replicating that of a Brahmin, Silk Weaver, Farmer and a potter are reconstructed. Similarly, houses of other states have been so aesthetically arranged, which is uniquely a visual retreat.
Getting There:
Dakshina Chitra is at a distance of 30kms from Chennai Airport. The popular landmark nearest to Dakhsina Chitra is MGM Dizzie World.
Best Time To Visit:
Though Chennai is a year round destination, it is ideal to plan a visit between October and March to experience the pleasant climate prevailing around.
Entry Timings:
Dakshina Chitra is kept open between 10AM to 6PM. Please note, except on Diwali Day, the museum is open to public on all the days except for the weekly holiday on Tuesdays.
Entry Fee:
Indian Visitors:
Children between 5 to 12 years – Rs.40
Children between 13 to 18 years – Rs.60
Adults – Rs.110 ( during weekends and festival days, the fee is Rs.130)
Camera : Rs.25
Video Camera : Rs.150
Car Parking: Rs.25
Van Parking : Rs.35
Puppet Show: Adult – Rs.20 / Child – Rs.10
International Visitors:
Adults: Rs. 250
Children upto 18 years – Rs.70
Seashell Museum @ Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram, the famous tourist destination drawing thousands of tourists from all corners of the globe has the most splendid stone structures dating back to the Pallava period. The monolithic structures impress every visitors with their intricate designs and aesthetic appeal. One more interesting location for the tourists to visit and enjoy called The India Seashell Museum which is acclaimed as the largest museum for seashells in India, situated at a strategic location, very close to the Five Rathas monuments.
What to See in Seashell Museum?
More than 40,000 rarest collections including the seashells, fossils, shark teeth and fins of whale explored from different parts of the world are displayed here, visiting which is a true visual retreat for the clients.
The Pearl Museum inside the same premises houses a wonderful collection of numerous varieties of pearls. The diverse and beautiful creation of pearls makes the visitors enjoy the location thoroughly. There are plenty of options to shop the beautiful ornaments made of pearls as souvenirs to take back.
Getting There:
Mahabalipuram, being a prominent tourist destination, can easily be reached from Chennai. The international airport and the rail terminus at Chennai has got a good connectivity with all parts of the country and globe.
Best Time to visit:
The coastal town Mahabalipuram is a year round destination. Still, plan your visit to Chennai between October and March to experience the best of climatic conditions.
Entry Timings:
The Museum functions from 8 AM to 8PM on all days
Entry Fee:
Museum : INR 100 / person
Aquarium: INR 50 / person
Pearl Museum: INR 50 /person
Combo offer : INR 150 / person
Pudukottai Museum
One of the very few museums frequented by students of schools and colleges round the year is Pudukottai Museum in Tamil Nadu. With more than 8000 exhibits, this museum has been functional since 1950, attracting tourists and students.
What to see in Pudukottai Museum:
Some of the interesting exhibits of Pudukottai Museum are Monitor Lizards, Arthanareeswara Stone Sculpture, working model of tyrannosaurus, Arthropods, Saw Fishes and Flamingos. An interesting collection to visit during your tour around the Tamilnadu.
Getting There:
Airport nearest to Pudukottai Museum is at Trichy. In a drive for less than an hour, you can reach the destination.
Entry Timings:
Except on Fridays and Listed National Holdiays, the museum is kept open from 9.00AM to 5.00PM.
