Sudarshan Craft Museum, Puri - Timings, Entry Fee, History & Artifacts
#6 of 14 Places to Visit in Puri
Distance (From Puri Junction Railway Station): 2 Kms
Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins - 1 Hr
Place Location: At Station Road
Transportation Options: Cab / Auto
Travel Tips: None
At a distance of 2 km from Puri Junction, Sudarshan Craft Museum is located at station road in Puri. It is one of the best places to visit in Puri for art lovers.
The Sudarshan Craft Museum was started in the year 1977 by Shri Sudarhsan Sahoo. The museum exhibits great collection of artistic works done by Sudarshan Sahoo like carvings in wood, stone and fiber glass, handicraft items and also fine paintings. Within the premises of museum, one can witness a Buddhist temple built in a Japanese style, a library and a workshop.
This museum is a must visit place for art lovers as it gives a very enriching and knowledgeable experience to visitors. The items kept on display are rare works of art and are the gems of tradition and culture of the nation. The museum has metal figurines, stone carvings too for sale. The museum provides a platform for budding artists to showcase their talent to the world.
Timings: 8 AM - 12 PM & 2 PM - 8 PM, Closed on Saturdays & Sundays
Entry Fee: Rs. 5 for Indians & Rs. 50 for Foreigners
