Albert Hall Museum
Museum Gallery
4.5 (61286 reviews)
Elegant museum built in 1887 showcasing Indian art, arms, jewels, furniture, artefacts & more.
Ram Niwas Garden, Ashok Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302007, India
Did You Know?
Construction Purpose
The Albert Hall Museum was built in 1876 not as a legacy project, but to attract the Prince of Wales, Albert Edward, to Jaipur. This was a strategic move to strengthen ties between Rajputana and the British Empire.
Architectural Style
The museum boasts a stunning Indo-Saracenic architectural style, a blend of Indian and Islamic influences, designed to impress the visiting Prince.
Literary Praise
Renowned author Rudyard Kipling, whose father was a curator, was so impressed by the Albert Hall Museum that he declared it 'a rebuke to all other museums in India from Calcutta downwards'.
Art Collection
The museum houses a diverse collection, including miniature paintings, portraits of Rajput kings, and other artifacts showcasing the rich history and culture of Jaipur.
Highlights from Reviews
• stunning architecture
The building's Indo-Saracenic design is beautiful, especially when lit at night.
• rich history/culture
The museum offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Rajasthan.
• varied artifacts
The museum houses a diverse collection of artifacts, including pottery, weapons and coins.
