Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum
One of the main tourist attractions in Aurangabad, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum is located near the Nehru Bal Udyan and, as the name suggests, is dedicated to the Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. War weapons and other antiquities of the erstwhile rulers of the Maratha Empire are kept here for public viewing. A 500-year-old war suit, a 400-year-old Paithani saree and a copy of the Quran handwritten by Aurangzeb are the main attractions of the museum. The museum is open all days of the week from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm. The nearest railway station and airport to the museum is at Aurangabad.
The cost of the museum established by the Aurangabad Municipal Corporation is around 194 lakhs. There are total 6 exhibition halls in this building. A visit to this museum reminds one of the heroic days of the Marathas and their love for their motherland.
One of the best places to visit in Aurangabad is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum which is dedicated to the life and contribution of the fearless legendary Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji. The museum has 6 exhibition halls where many historically important items are on display.
Step back in history by studying various old war weapons, ancient rifles, sword shields and artefacts used to defeat the Mughals. The gallery has many old pictures of forts conquered by Shivaji and built during his lifetime.
Other attractions include a copy of the Holy Quran written by Aurangzeb, a 500-year-old war suit, a 400-year-old Paithani saree and more. A tour of this museum will educate you about the glorious past of the Marathas.
- Place: Himayat Bagh, Aurangabad
- Time: 10 AM to 6 PM
- Entry Fee: INR 50 per person
