Partition Museum, Amritsar

Name: Partition Museum
Address: Town Hall, Amritsar, Amritsar, 143001, India
Telephone: +91 81300 01947

#8 among attractions in Amritsar

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The Partition Museum is a public museum located in the town hall in Amritsar, Punjab, India. The museum aims to become the central repository of stories, materials, and documents related to the post-partition riots that followed the division of British India into two independent countries: India and Pakistan. The museum was inaugurated on 25 August 2017. ()

Alternative names: Established: 25 August 2017Coordinates: 31°37'32"N, 74°52'42"E

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Town Hall, AmritsarAmritsar 143001 India

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+91 81300 01947

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

Nearby attractions include: Golden Temple, Ramgarhia Bunga, Jallianwala Bagh, Gobindgarh Fort.

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Sport venue, Sport
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Partition Museum open?

Partition Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Partition Museum?

Nearby attractions include Central Sikh Museum, Amritsar (9 min walk), Ramgarhia Bunga, Amritsar (10 min walk), Akal Takht, Amritsar (10 min walk), Jallianwala Bagh, Amritsar (11 min walk).

How to get to Partition Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Partition Museum:

Bus

Amritsar Bus Station (12 min walk)

Train

Amritsar Junction (22 min walk)
Bhagtanwala (37 min walk)