NIS Sports Museum

Old Moti Bagh · Patiala · Punjab · India

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About NIS Sports Museum

The NIS Sports Museum is located inside the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports at the historic Old Moti Bagh Palace in Patiala, Punjab. Established within Asia's largest sports institute, it preserves and displays India's sporting heritage. The museum exhibits sports memorabilia, photographs, medals, equipment and Olympic artifacts, highlighting achievements of Indian athletes and the evolution of sports training in India.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a curated indoor museum within the Old Moti Bagh Palace complex showcasing sports memorabilia, historic photographs, medals, trophies, equipment and Olympic-related artifacts. The setting is inside the academic and training campus of NSNIS, with display galleries arranged thematically by sport and era. Visitors can explore exhibits on Indian sports history, notable athletes, and the development of coaching at the institute.

Key highlights

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Located inside the historic Old Moti Bagh Palace, home to Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports
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Extensive collection of sports memorabilia, medals, trophies and equipment
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Photographs and exhibits documenting Indian Olympic and Asian Games participation
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Displays on evolution of sports coaching and training in India
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Artifacts related to traditional Indian sports and modern disciplines

History of NIS Sports Museum

The museum is housed in the Old Moti Bagh Palace, built in 1847 by Maharaja Narinder Singh of Patiala. The palace was later developed into the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports, established on 7 May 1961 as Asia's largest sports institute. The museum was created to preserve and showcase the history of sports in India, including memorabilia from Olympic and international competitions.

Culture & Context

The museum documents India's sporting culture and heritage, highlighting achievements of Indian athletes and the role of NSNIS Patiala in coaching and sports education. It serves as an educational resource on traditional and modern sports in India.

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Baradari Gardens

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Kali Devi Temple

Kali Devi Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located on Mall Road opposite Baradari Garden in Patiala, Punjab. Built in 1936 by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh, it enshrines a six-foot idol of Goddess Kali brought from Bengal. Known for its Rajput-style architecture and white marble structure, the temple is a major religious centre in Patiala. It attracts devotees year-round, especially during Navratri, and is considered a protective shrine of the city.

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By train	Patiala Railway Station is the nearest railhead, about 3-4 km from the museum; taxis and auto-rickshaws available from station

By road	Located in central Patiala within Old Moti Bagh Palace complex, accessible by auto-rickshaw, taxi and city buses from Patiala bus stand and city centre

By public transport	Local auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws and city buses connect to Moti Bagh area

Nearest airport	Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh

Nearest railway station	Patiala Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Museum is located inside a functioning sports institute campus; prior permission from NSNIS authorities may be required for entry Photography inside may require permission Carry valid photo ID for entry at the institute gate
02Rules & restrictions	Prior permission required to enter NSNIS campus Photography may be restricted in certain galleries Follow institute campus rules and do not enter training areas without authorization

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