Adil Shahi architecture
Vijayapura's Archaeological Museum can be found within Naqquar Khana (or Trumpet House), part of the Gol Gumbaz complex. This spectacular structure serves as an exquisite example of traditional Adil Shahi architecture with raised platforms, towering arches and substantial piers that will capture your attention as you approach its walls - tantalising you into discovering its treasures within.
Discover galleries galore
Step inside the museum and be transported into an environment filled with six meticulously curated galleries that provide a different window into Vijayapura's past and heritage.
Gallery One: It features intricate Brahmanical sculptures from the Adil Shahi period that display both their intricate craftsmanship and artistic talent.
Gallery Two: Allows visitors to enter into the realm of Jain sculptures, where you can admire both their elegance and spiritual significance as ancient works of art.
Gallery Three: Step into the world of inscriptions, where Sanskrit, Persian, Arabic and Kannada languages blend with different calligraphic styles to document the written history of this region.
Gallery Four: Uncover the military might of the Adil Shahi Dynasty through its impressive arsenal of arms, weapons, and metal artefacts.
Gallery Five: This gallery showcases miniature paintings, carpets and smaller metal objects from the Adil Shahi era that give visitors a peek into the finer aspects of life.
Gallery Six: Delve into Vijayapura's global connections through an eye-catching collection of China porcelain wares displayed alongside Arabic and Persian manuscripts that demonstrate its cultural exchange with other parts of the world.
