NATIONAL ART GALLERY, CHENNAI
Built By : T. Namberumal Chetty
Displays : 11th And 12th Century Indian Handicrafts, 17th Century Deccan Paintings, 16th To 18th Century Mughal And Rajasthani Paintings And 10th And 13th Century Bronzes
The Pantheon Complex in
Chennai was built
before 1789 and was a place of assemblage for the British till the
Government in 1830 bought it. Later, several new buildings were added to
it. Today, this complex houses the Government Museum, the National Art
Gallery and the Connemara Public Library.
On Display
The National Art Gallery was based on the Henry Irwin design and was
built in 1907, by T. Namberumal Chetty. The building itself is one of the
finest pieces of architecture in Chennai. Inspired by Mughal architectural
motifs, the design work is most impressively showcased on the facade.
On display in this pink sandstone-faced building are 11th and 12th
century Indian handicrafts, 17th century Deccan paintings, 16th to 18th
century Mughal and Rajasthani paintings and 10th and 13th century bronzes.
Tourist Information
Closed On: Fridays and National holidays.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air: Chennai
has an airport with both domestic and international terminals. Regular
flights connect Chennai with the major cities within the country and also
with countries like USA, Singapore, U.K etc.
Rail: Chennai
is well connected by rail with the important towns and cities within and
beyond the state.
Road: State transport buses and private buses connect
Chennai with the
major towns and cities within the country. For local transportation local
trains, city buses, auto rickshaws and taxis are also available.
WHERE TO STAY
Being the capital city of the state, Chennai is well equipped with various kinds of accommodation options, varying from economic class to luxurious ones.
Know more about this Package !!!
279/A, Masjid Moth, South Extention - II
New Delhi - 110 049 (INDIA)
Tel : +91-11-4164 3999 / 2626 2004
Fax : +91-11-2625 9695
Email : info@indiainfoweb.com
Home | Attractions | Destinations | Hotels | Tour Packages | Travel Agents | Help DeskDisclaimer | Privacy Policy | Old Site | Feedback / Contact Us
Copyright © 2007 India Infoweb. All Rights Reserved.