Allahabad Museum, Allahabad

Name: Allahabad Museum
Address: Chandrashekhar Azad Park, Kamala Nehru Road, Allahabad, India
Telephone: +91 532 240 7409

#6 among attractions in Allahabad

Museum, Art museum, Archaeological museum

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The Allahabad Museum is a national-level museum in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1931, it is known for its rich collection and unique objects of art, and is funded by Ministry of Culture. Moreover, it is a premier research centre for archaeologists, historians and academicians and carries out extensive research activities and publications in archaeology, art and literature. Its rock art gallery has the largest collection of prehistoric paintings displayed in India dating from 14,000 B.C to 2000 B.C. The museum, using solar power system, has become the first museum in the country to become self-reliant in power generation. The Allahabad Museum is centrally located in the Civil Lines area of the city in a lush green garden at Chandrashekhar Azad Park, popularly known as Company Bagh. It is about 3 km away from the Allahabad railway junction and almost equidistant from three different Railway Stations such as Prayag, Rambagh and Allahabad junction and about 12 km away from Bamrauli Airport. ()

Established: 1931 (93 years ago)Coordinates: 25°27'18"N, 81°50'46"E

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Chandrashekhar Azad Park, Kamala Nehru RoadAllahabad India

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+91 532 240 7409

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Allahabad Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Anand Bhavan, All Saints Cathedral, Jawahar Planetarium, University of Allahabad.

0.9 miE
Museum, Architecture, Historical place
Anand Bhavan, Allahabad
24 min walk • The Anand Bhavan is a historic house museum in Prayagraj, India, focusing on the Nehru Family. It was bought by Indian political leader Motilal Nehru in the 1930s to serve as the residence of the Nehru family when the original mansion Swaraj Bhavan was transformed into the local headquarters of the Indian National Congress.
1.3 miW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture
All Saints Cathedral, Allahabad
32 min walk • All Saints' Cathedral, also known as Patthar Girja, is an Anglican cathedral located in Prayagraj, India. Modelled after 13th-century Gothic style churches, it is among the Gothic Revival buildings built by the British during their rule in India.
0.9 miE
Museum
Jawahar Planetarium, Allahabad
24 min walk • The Jawahar Planetarium is located in the city of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, India. It was built in 1979 and is situated beside Anand Bhavan the former residence of the Nehru-Gandhi family and now a museum.
0.8 miNE
Universities and schools
University of Allahabad, Allahabad
21 min walk • The University of Allahabad is a collegiate central university located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was established on 23 September 1887 by an Act of Parliament and is recognised as an Institute of National Importance.
1 miE
Museum, History museum
Swaraj Bhavan, Allahabad
25 min walk • Swaraj Bhavan is a large mansion located in Prayagraj India, best known for once being owned by the Indian political leader Motilal Nehru and being home to the Nehru family until 1930. It is managed by the 'Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund', Delhi and functions as a museum open to the public.
~990 ftNW
Church
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Allahabad
5 min walk • St. Joseph's Cathedral is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Allahabad, in Prayagraj, India. Built in 1879, the cathedral represents a fine example of Italian architecture. It is said that the craftsmen and materials were brought from Italy.
1.4 miSW
Tower
Allahabad Clock Tower, Allahabad
35 min walk • Allahabad Clock Tower is a clock tower located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India also known as Chowk Ghantaghar. it was built in 1913 and it is a landmark of Old Allahabad.
1.4 miSW
Neighbourhood
Chowk, Allahabad
35 min walk • Chowk is a neighborhood in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is the historic city centre of Old Allahabad. It is one of the oldest & largest business markets of India & lies in Old Allahabad. The landmark of this market is historic Allahabad Clock Tower, built in 1913, also known as Chowk Ghantaghar.
~1150 ftSE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Madan Mohan Malviya Stadium, Allahabad
6 min walk • Madan Mohan Malaviya Stadium is a stadium in Allahabad, India. It is used by Uttar Pradesh cricket team for their domestic matches. Sports like Cricket, Hockey, Javelin throw, Taekwondo, and Judo are played here.
0.9 miE
25°27'34"N • 81°51'36"E
Anand Bhavan, Allahabad
24 min walk • Forts and castles
0.5 miSE
Universities and schools
Motilal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad
12 min walk • Moti Lal Nehru Medical College and associated hospitals is the government medical college with related public hospitals in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was founded in memory of Pandit Motilal Nehru.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Allahabad Museum open?

Allahabad Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Allahabad Museum?

Nearby attractions include St. Joseph's Cathedral, Allahabad (5 min walk), Motilal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad (12 min walk), University of Allahabad, Allahabad (21 min walk), Anand Bhavan, Allahabad (24 min walk).

How to get to Allahabad Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Allahabad Museum:

Bus

Civil Lines Bus Station (17 min walk)
Zero Road Bus Stand (31 min walk)

Train

Allahabad City (29 min walk)