Experts' Choice Award Salar Jung Museum
What the experts agree on
This former PM's sprawling collection spans 39 galleries of South Indian bronzes, European paintings, jade, manuscripts, and Indian miniatures—the Veiled Rebecca and textile collections are standouts in old Hyderabad.
“a truly fascinating collection -- particularly the textiles and fine art section, which includes a fine collection of Indian miniature paintings.”
– Frommer's
Lonely Planet "The 39 galleries include early South Indian bronzes, wood and stone sculptures, Indian miniature paintings, European fine art, historic manuscripts, a room of jade and the remarkable Veiled Rebecca." Full review
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Note the entrance ticket for foreigners is steep and the museum is very popular (near bedlam on Sundays).
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Situated in the old town of Hyderabad, the magnificent Salar Jung Museum exhibits works and art collected by Mir Yousouf Ali Kahn, the Prime Minister of old Nizam." Full review
Rough Guide
