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Tour of Egmore Museum and Connemara Library in private car

Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
$110
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Egmore Museum stands as a hidden gem in Chennai, captivating all who venture through its doors. Home to an extraordinary collection of South Indian bronze sculptures, this museum invites you to delve into the rich artistry of the region.

  • 🚗 Private Tour Package: Enjoy a seamless journey with a private car, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your visit.
  • 📚 Connemara Library Visit: Explore one of Asia's largest libraries, featuring over 600,000 books and a stunning Indo-Saracenic architectural design.
  • 🗣️ A knowledgeable English-speaking guide will accompany you, sharing insights into the art and history of the exhibits.
  • 🕒 The tour lasts approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, allowing ample time to appreciate each gallery.
  • 🎨 Marvel at the Bronze Gallery, home to exquisite Chola Nataraja figures and other masterpieces from various dynasties.
  • 🕌 Discover the Amaravati Marbles, significant early Buddhist art pieces that highlight the region's rich cultural heritage.
  • 📖 The National Art Gallery showcases Tanjore paintings and works by renowned Indian artists, offering a glimpse into India's artistic legacy.
  • 🧬 The Anthropology Gallery presents artifacts from different ages, illustrating the evolution of early human life in India.
  • 🏛️ Experience the grandeur of the Connemara Library's main reading room, adorned with ornate pillars and a rich wooden ceiling.

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Tour of Egmore Museum and Connemara Library in private car
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

  • Guide
  • Pick and drop in private car
  • Entrance fee

  • Government Museum
    The Bronze gallery is arguably the most famous section of the Egmore museum and it houses one of the largest and finest collections of South Indian bronze sculptures in the world, spanning from the 7th to the 18th centuries. The iconic Nataraja or Shiva as the cosmic dancer other deities from the Chola, Pallava, Pandya, and Vijayanagara periods are here. The Sculptures gallery has exhibits from from different dynasties, including Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain sculptures. Discover the earliest examples of Buddhist art in the region with the Amaravati Marbles at the Amravati Gallery. The collection at National Art Gallery includes Tanjore paintings known for their rich colors and gold leaf work, Rajput paintings, Mughal paintings, and works by renowned Indian artists like Raja Ravi Varma. The Anthropology Gallery showcases the life of early humans in India through a wealth of artefacts from the Stone Age, Copper Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age.
  • Connemara Public Library
    Connemara library building itself is a beautiful example of Indo-Saracenic architecture, blending Gothic-Byzantine, Rajput Mughal, and Southern Hindu Deccani styles. The main reading room is stunning with its rich wooden ceiling, supported by ornate pillars and arches adorned with sculpted acanthus leaves. The Connemara library is one of Asia's Largest Libraries, It is mome to over 600,000 books, periodicals, and journals. Note- On Sundays, Connemara library is closed and we will visit Anna library instead
  • Chennai (Madras)
    The total commute from hotel to drop bck will be an hour

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Tour of Egmore Museum and Connemara Library in private car

    Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    $110
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
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