THE 10 BEST Jaipur Museums
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- d k k durgaprasadHyderabad, India2 contributionsIt is a must visit place for students to learn astronomical information. Take guide though it is very costly. Pl visit on sunny day. If there is no Sun, don't go.Written October 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AlanLondon_UKLondon, UK690 contributionsNot cheap for foreigners (Rs1000) but definitely worth a visit, easily combined with a visit to the astrological site, Jantar Mantar, across the road (also only a 10 minute walk to Hawa Mahal).
My specific recommendation is not to whizz through the Paintings and Photography gallery. Take your time - have a really good at the miniatures which are just incredible works of art. Equally impressive are the photos taken by Maharaha Ram Singh II. He was truly ahead of his time. Aside from the self portraits, look out for his photos of the royal palace concubines - it’s extremely unusual to see any images of women (who are in purdah and not allowed to be gazed upon by the public). Wonderful!Written October 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Waqas M26 contributionsI had a wonderful visit to Mukesh Art Gallery! The collection of traditional and contemporary artwork is impressive, showcasing the rich culture of Jaipur. The ambiance is serene, making it easy to appreciate the art. The staff were knowledgeable and passionate, providing great insights about each piece. I left feeling inspired and with a deeper appreciation for local artistry. A must-visit for art lovers!Written October 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- johnsonrheniuslucknow93 contributionsThe museum is a must visit. It's maintained well. A guide can help to understand the history. The visit helped to see the kind of weapons used at that time. The architecture like Amber palace is amazingWritten October 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- guaso2000Madrid, Spain198 contributionsDon't miss this museum after visiting Amber fort and the step well as it is nearby. The old haveli was beautifully restored and the showcase of wood printing was amazing. A must see and it is so peaceful too.Written March 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DayTrip662411712351 contribution*A visit to Gyan Museum at Jaipur - a hidden gem to visit*
As we were landing into Jaipur airport I had my Google Map ON and powered by GPS, I was seeing the approach at Jaipur Airport.. A place near the Airport GYAN MUSEUM came up and it intrigued me and I checked the website after landing.. It was a museum housing hundreds of artifacts collected by Shri Gyan Chand Dadha (Jain), which was his private collection, now opened for public viewing after his death, as allowed by his sons, as a homage for their Dad. Visit is by invitation only and we can request a viewing after sending them an email and after getting a confirmation back from the curators, who like to restrict the number of people who could visit, at the same time.
I emailed them requesting for a booking, however I got no reply in the 1 hr of sending it, being lunch time. I was close to the museum area and had a little time on hand and hence decided to reach unannounced and hoped we would manage to get a viewing, as we were unsure of the visit there on the following day. We got lucky and the curators let us have a viewing.
The visit was everything as promised on the museum website and the artifacts on display were marvelous pieces collected by Gyanji during his lifetime from various places and sources.
His collection, 1st started with 2 silver Hookah mouth pieces which were gifted to him on his 16th birthday. He thereafter collected various Hookah mouth pieces and their base, the largest no of pieces of Hookah which are on display at any museum. This was as informed by the curators.
There are a large number of textiles, clothes, specs, watches and clocks, coins from the various periods of history, guns, antique pieces, a library which has a lot of books which pertain to the eras gone by. There were Jain manuscripts and exquisite miniature paintings done with a 0 size paintbrush or with a single/few hairs of a squirrel. The ganjifa cards, originating from Sawantwadi in Maharashtra and also pendants which were fully made and some which were incomplete, as they were missing the hoops, were also on display. I really loved the chess set which had the pieces of both sides made with ruby and emeralds.
A book which caught my eye was "30,000 years of Art". The oldest paintings as discovered in India are dated from about 10,000 BCE - old cave paintings at the Udaygiri Caves and at Bhimbhetka in MP. So I really would like to know more about the 30,000 year old Art from across the world. I will look into that in due course, during my travels when possible.
Gyanji - a jeweller by profession, had a vast, very exquisite jewellery pieces which were on display, which was from his private and his family collections, bought and collected across the years by him.
The Gyan Museum is a lesser known place of visit and I had never heard of it during the more than 20 years of frequent visits to Jaipur, but I am pardoned because this place has opened for public viewing only in the last 10 years during which time my visits to Jaipur were majorly reduced.
I highly recommend this as a to-do place to visit and the curators mentioned that they are featured on Trip Advisor as a place to visit while in Jaipur and I fully support that, although I just chanced upon the place by looking on Google Maps. Being away from the main city, and closer to the Jaipur Airport, even then it is a place worth seeing and by spending a few hours visiting while you are in Jaipur. The curators, Nikita and Adib explained the artifacts in great detail and I applaud them as well. A must do during a visit to Jaipur👏🏻👏🏻Written August 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - OnAir64762657543Mumbai, India1 contributionMust visit this beautiful place . Wax statues are awesome feels like real .
Should add in your next jaipur trip .My family including my son stood and got clicked with each and every statues with so muvh excitement.Written March 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Annette FMiami759 contributionsThis is an great arts center if Jaipur, an oasis of culture in the midst of a busy city. Look for the programs they hold, exhibits, concerts, etc. There is a restaurant, Quaint, and a coffee shop. I enjoyed the coffee shop several evenings, very relaxing.Written September 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- marc rPune, India51 contributionsThe museum is within the city palace Jaipur, photography is not allowed inside any museum in city palace.Written November 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NevenaSofia, Bulgaria1 contributionJewelry lake Shop is the perfect place to make yourself a beautiful and precious gift from India
Jewelry lake Shop is situated near to Lake Palace and you can visit it very easily during your Jaipur sightseeing.
Every time I feel there more than warm welcomed.
I highly recommend this Shop where you can buy the Best present as a Good memory from Incredible India.Written December 16, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Bozeman-DublinTrim, Ireland11,334 contributionsJust the mist beatiful colonnaded Hall eith amazing g views of the valley and river below the Amer Fort near Jaipur.
It's best seen from the courtyard in front once you enter the fort but nest enjoyed by simply wandering it's arches and intricate columns. As it's name suggests, it was where the Maharajah used to address the public and grant audiences to his subjects.
A beautiful part of an incredible fortress.Written May 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Guy D1 contributionJitesh is a beautiful heart spiritual person.
I was so lucky to meet him and learn about his art and his perspective of lifeWritten June 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vidia P2 contributionsExcellent visit with precious explanation and precious stones and beautiful creations . Our host was patient, very pleasant and informative.Written December 30, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Arpit AgarwalJaipur, India24 contributionsThis is a small hidden gem, located midway between Birla Mandir and Albert hall museum (on the right side as you walk). Local people also know this by name of “Gudiyaghar”. It is part of a school, and easy to miss. There is a small board painted on the wall. Very nice collection and Most of the local people are not aware of this. The ticket cost 10 Rs.
Nice collection of dolls from all over the world. Worth a visit.Written August 11, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - umesh12342 contributionswax museum is awsome specially the sonal mam s to good and mirror maze is litterly best and now i meet manisha mam is to best and so coaprtive guideWritten January 17, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
