ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM RATNAGIRI
Ratnagiri, Jajpur, Odisha, India
Archaeological Museum at Ratnagiri is one of the important site museums of Archaeological Survey of India which is built on the northern crest of the Ratnagiri village of District Jajpur in Odisha. Tibetan records refer to the existence of a flourishing monastic settlement at Ratnagiri. Inscriptional evidences have also proved the same. However, excavation conducted at the site between 1958-61 brought to light a large number of sculptures, inscribed slabs, terracotta seals and sealings, votive stupas, shrines etc.
Before the establishment of the museum the antiquities were mostly kept at the site, store room and in other places which deserved proper display for mass awareness. Thus the need and idea of establishing a museum highlighting the antiquities, culture and heritage of this part of the country cropped up and Archaeological Survey of India took of initiative in this respect. The construction of the aesthetically planned three terraced magnificent building was completed in 1990 and after necessary arrangements the museum was open to the public on 15th August,1998. It has 3400 listed antiquities of which 220 are displayed in the galleries.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Don't touch the Artifacts.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 10:00 AM | 07:00 PM | 20 | 10 |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Ratnagiri Bus Stand |
1 KM | 18004194287 |
 Lalitgiri Railway Station |
12 KM | 139 |
 Biju Patnaik International Airport |
95 KM | 916742596322 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Mandari | 5 KM |
Nearest Temples
CUTTACK CHANDI TEMPLE
Cuttack Chandi was the family deity of Gajapati Kingdom in the medieval age
DHABALESWARA TEMPLE
Present day temple was constructed by King Bir Kishore of Khurda around 1232 A.D.
UTTARESWAR TEMPLE
Uttareswar Temple is an 11th century east-facing temple dedicated to Shiva
BHATTARIKA TEMPLE
The temple is situated on the banks of the River Mahanadi
Nearest Attractions
FortCHUDANGA GADA FORT
At an elevation of 100 feet above sea level
OutdoorSS SELFIE STATION
This place is especially for children to hangout
Heritage MonumentsLALITGIRI BUDDHIST SITE
Lalitagiri is part of the "Diamond Triangle"
WaterfallsDEOJHAR WATERFALL
It’s a beautiful waterfall set amidst the forest of Eastern Ghats
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