3 Best Museums in Srinagar

“SPS Museum has a unique collection of over 80,000 objects from various regions in Northern India. The establishment of the museum was overseen by John Marshal, a British archaeologist (and future director of the Archaeological Survey of India) who was renowned for his work in preserving the archaeological history of India. The museum is dedicated to one of Kashmir's kings. The SPS Museum presents an immersive tapestry of human achievement. The museum houses 9,595 artefacts and objects covering various subjects such as archaeology, numismatics, decorative art, arms and armour, paintings, and textiles.”

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“Craft Museum is under the administrative control of the Directorate of Handicrafts, Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Jammu and Kashmir. The museum provides a wide variety of antiques and several Kashmiri traditions. These include Kani shawls, papier-mache, Sozni embroidery, copperware and Namdha carpets. The museum also features live demonstrations of Kashmiri handicrafts such as wicker willow, copperware, turquoise ware, walnut wood carving, tapestry and tila embroidery. Craft Museum has a greeny garden area, drinking water, restroom, parking and library and archive services.”

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“Art Museum is unique with attractive features and the first of its kind in the union territory. The museum is known worldwide for its collection of miniature paintings, especially those of notable significance. Art Museum has a unique collection of this museum are Sculptures, numismatics, manuscripts, jewellery, arms and armoury, metal objects and decorative art. A visit by students and teachers to the art museum on the occasion of World Heritage Week is encouraged. The museum features paintings by Habba Khatoon. Art Museum is the right place to enjoy and see the unique collections with family and friends. The museum is open 6 days a week.”

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