The Victoria Jubilee Museum in Vijayawada is an archaeological museum
established as early as 1887. It is located on the Bander Road. Even after
the passage of more than one century since it was established, the museum
continues to attract and awe visitors with its varied and unique collection
of arts and artifacts. The exhibits here range from pre-historic tools,
pottery, stone and copper plates, gold and silver coins, arms and armory,
textiles and coins, manuscripts and stone cut writings, objects obtained
form excavations at historical sites, paintings etc. There is a colossal
granite statue of the Buddha and also a well preserved standing white
limestone figure of the Buddha from Alluru, dating from 3C- 4C. An idol
of Lord Shiva, beautifully sculptured and believed to belong to the 4th
and 5th centuries is another attraction. The entry to the museum is free,
but photography is not allowed. The museum remains closed on Fridays and
public holidays.
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