Alampur Archaeological Site Museum

The Alampur Archaeological Site Museum houses a significant collection of sculptures and archaeological artifacts from the 6th to 16th centuries. Established in 1952, it displays over 124 stone sculptures and 26 inscriptional slabs recovered from the Navabrahma Temples and surrounding areas. Located near the historic temple complex in Alampur, the museum showcases early Chalukyan art and inscriptions from various dynasties including the Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Kakatiyas, and Vijayanagara rulers.

Visitors can explore a large hall with an open-air section at the center displaying ancient sculptures and inscriptions spread across the space. The museum features notable pieces including 7th century Surya sculpture, Nataraja figures, Mahishasura mardhini, and various deity statues. Stone inscriptions explaining regional history are also on display. The museum is situated at the entrance of the Bala Brahma Temple complex within the Navabrahma temple area.

The museum was established in 1952 and inaugurated in 1953 by then Vice President of India Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. It houses artifacts spanning from the 6th to 16th centuries AD, representing the rich architectural and artistic heritage of the Badami Chalukyan period and subsequent dynasties. The sculptures and inscriptions provide valuable insights into the religious, cultural and political history of the region under the Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Kakatiyas and Vijayanagara rulers.

The museum preserves important examples of early Chalukyan temple architecture and sculpture. The collection includes significant religious iconography depicting Hindu deities and mythological scenes. The stone inscriptions document historical donations and religious practices, including references to sacred rivers Tungabhadra and Krishna. Alampur is historically known as Dakshina Kashi and serves as the western gateway to Srisailam pilgrimage site.