Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
#1 in Art & MuseumsChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya is Mumbai's premier museum housed in a stunning Indo-Saracenic building near the Gateway of India, featuring extensive collections of ancient Indian art, sculptures, miniature paintings, and decorative arts spanning several millennia. The museum displays artifacts from the Indus Valley Civilization, Mughal-era pieces, European paintings, and arms and armor, with particularly notable galleries dedicated to Indian miniature paintings and Buddhist sculptures.
Overview
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya is Mumbai's premier museum housed in a stunning Indo-Saracenic building near the Gateway of India, featuring extensive collections of ancient Indian art, sculptures, miniature paintings, and decorative arts spanning several millennia. The museum displays artifacts from the Indus Valley Civilization, Mughal-era pieces, European paintings, and arms and armor, with particularly notable galleries dedicated to Indian miniature paintings and Buddhist sculptures.
Location & Contact
159-161, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Mumbai 400023
Highlights
- Highly rated — 4.7 stars from 38,400 reviews
- Mid-range pricing — good value
- Located in Fort, Mumbai
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