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Himachal Pradesh Museums
The varied museums of Himachal Pradesh illustrate the rich cultural heritage and ethnicity of the state.

Though Himachal Pradesh is the land of God and Goddess, the place is also famous for Museums. The collections of these Museums reflect the rich cultural heritage of Himachal Pradesh and nearby region. Some famous Museums of this state are:
Bhuri Singh Museum: Located at Chamba in Himachal Pradesh, Bhuri Singh Museum is the treasure house of the rich cultural heritage of Chamba and surrounding region.

Puratatva Chenta Sangh: Puratatva Chenta Sangh is situated at Mandi and showcases 6,000 rare photographs of archaeology.

Shri Chandra Mani Kashyap Museum: Shri Chandra Mani Kashyap Museum is located at Bhagwahan Muhalla, Mandi and contains various types of old manuscripts, coins, paintings, stone sculptures and wooden objects.

Himachal State Museum Himachal State Museum: Himachal State Museum is located at Shimla and houses a rare assortment of sculptures, paintings, coins, manuscripts, photos, books and many other anthropological and archaeological items, which reflects cultural legacy of Shimla.

(Last Updated on : 14/02/2009)
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