Museums & Art Galleries of Himachal – GK MCQ
Himachal Pradesh has several museums and art galleries that show the state’s rich culture, history, and local art. These places are important from a GK point of view. In exams, questions are often asked about where these museums are located, what they are famous for, and which art forms they preserve.
Below is a list of the most important museums and galleries in Himachal Pradesh.
Important Museums & Art Galleries in Himachal:
- Himachal State Museum (Shimla) – Pahari paintings, coins, sculptures
- Kangra Art Museum (Dharamshala) – Kangra miniature art and crafts
- Bhuri Singh Museum (Chamba) – Chamba royal history, manuscripts, coins
- Roerich Art Gallery (Naggar, Kullu) – Paintings by Nicholas Roerich
- Folk Culture Museum (Manali) – Himachali masks, weapons, traditional life
- Army Heritage Museum (Shimla) – Indian Army uniforms, weapons, medals
- Shoolini Temple Museum (Solan) – Temple idols, scripts, and local relics