Visakha Museum

People often call it the Visakha Museum, but its official name is the Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation Museum. Its job is to keep records of Vizag City's rich past. Visakha Museum is another of the best places to visit in Vizag.

The Visakha Museum is on the RK Beach road and attracts many tourists. People who want to see the historical treasures and artifacts of the Kalinga Andhra area. It used to be a broken-down Dutch house on the beach road. However, it was fixed up and is now a critical museum.

History of Visakha Museum

This museum started thanks to an idea from the East India Company. The goal when it was created was to protect the region's past and cultural heritage. Over time, the museum gathered many things, such as old weapons, dishes, coins, silk costumes, jewellery, portraits of British rulers, and many other things that show the city's history and how different cultures and governments have affected it.

Collection at the museum

The museum has a lot of items that show the history, culture, and maritime operations of Visakhapatnam. People can also see the models of old ships, submarines, and airplanes. The museum also tells about the history of the Indian Navy.

The museum also has a section that provides knowledge about the history of Visakhapatnam port and its contributions. It is a place to learn how sea trade and navigation technologies have changed. This makes it both an educational and cultural tourist destination.

The best time to visit 

The best time to visit Vizag city is from October to March. In winter, the time is good to explore the place. The weather is nice and lovely during the winter and also suitable for trekking. However, the museum is worth adding to the Vizag tour packages.