Karnataka Government Museum and Venkatappa Art Gallery- Established in 1865, the museum houses sculptures from the Hoysala, Gandhara, etc periods. Also on view are antiquities from Mohenjodaro and terracotta from Mathura. The painting section includes miniature paintings from the Rajasthani and Pahari schools.

Established in 1865, the museum houses sculptures from the Hoysala,Gandhara,etc periods .Also on view are antiquities from Mohenjodaro and terracotta from mathura. The paintings section includes miniature paintings from the rajasthani and Pahari schools. There are also traditional glass and other paintings from Mysore school.Among the miscellaneous items are ivory carvings and inlay work, sandalwood caskets and other objects and arms and armoury.

Cubban Park & Museums

It's not the most beautiful of gardens but it's pleasant escape from the surrounding urban chaos. On its fringes are the superbly restored neoclassical high court, the grand public library and a dull aquarium.

Karnataka Government Museum And Venkatappa Art Gallery
Kasturba Road Thiruvananthapuram
Karnataka
Tel: 564483
Antiquities, terracottas, sculpture, miniatures,
ivory, sandalwood caskets. Lectures, guide service, film shows.
Timings: 0900-1700 hrs. Closed on wednesdays.
Photography with permission.