Salar Jung museum is one of the major attractions in Hyderabad which is frequented by many tourists who come from all over India as well as the world. This museum has on display one of the largest collections of antiques by one man- Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, Salar Jung III. Some of the antique objects that are showcased in the museum include Persian carpets, porcelain utensils from China, Mughal miniatures, Japanese lacquer ware and various other famous statues such as the Veiled Rebecca and Marguerite and Mephistopheles. An extensive collection of jade, weapons like daggers of Queen Noor Jahan, Jahangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb’s sword can be found here in the Museum. Apart from these artefacts, many other fabulous items are on display at the Salar Jung Museum.
Ways to reach Salarjhung museum
Salarjhung museum is located in Rangareddy district in Hyderabad and is easily reachable from the city. The nearest railway station to the museum is Kachiguda which is located at about 2 kilometres from the museum. Bus service is also available from all major locations of the city.
Best time to visit the Salarjhung Museum
Considering the fact that the weather in Hyderabad is the best during December to February, it is also the most ideal time to visit the Salarjhung Museum.
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