Jammu and Kashmir has a rich past. Over the years this place has been patronized by the famous rulers for its wonderful art and culture. The museums of Jammu and Kashmir hold different types of art and culture of that place. The important museums are:
Amar Mahal Museum And Library, Jammu: Amar Mahal Museum is the treasure trove of over 2000 books and several art forms of India. It has also amazing collection of Indian contemporary painting.
Stock Palace Museum, Ladakh: Stock Palace Museum displays various types of Paintings, Textiles, Decorative Arts, and Photographs.
Kanchenjunga Museum, Gulmarg: Kanchenjunga Museum mainly houses different components of mountaineering.
Dogra Art Museum, Jammu: Dogra Art Museum showcases various types of Dogra art forms. It has an assortment of over 800 paintings.
Sri Pratap Singh Museum, Srinagar: Sri Pratap Singh Museum is the treasure house of archaeological and textile objects. It is one of the famous museums of Kashmir.
(Last Updated on : 27-11-2014)
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