The Albert Hall Museum or the Government Central Museum is the oldest museum in #Rajasthan. Designed in 1876 by Colonel Sir Swinton Jacob, the building was constructed for welcoming King Edward VII, the Prince of Wales, on his visit to India.
Situated amidst the Beautiful gardens of Ram Niwas Bagh in Jaipur, the museum has an exquisite collection of rare articles including carpets, Textiles, paintings, metal and wood crafts, pottery, arms and weapons, toys, dolls and even an Egyptian mummy from the Ptolemaic Epoch.
The museum was opened for public in 1886. With its magnificent archways, courtyards, and towers, the museum stands testimony to the rich architectural heritage of the country. Needless to say, the museum offers a splendid visual feast for Tourists and history connoisseurs.
