About Tamralipta Archaeological Museum
The Tamralipta Archaeological Museum in Tamluk, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, is a district-level museum dedicated to the ancient port city of Tamralipta. Established in 1975, it preserves artifacts excavated from Tamluk and surrounding sites. The collection includes terracotta figurines, pottery, coins, stone sculptures, and copper plates spanning from the 3rd century BCE to the medieval period, offering insight into Bengal's maritime trade and cultural history.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a compact two-storey museum displaying excavated artifacts from the ancient Tamralipta region. The galleries contain terracotta figurines, punch-marked and later coins, Black and Red Ware pottery, stone and bronze sculptures, copper plates and inscriptions. Exhibits are arranged chronologically with labels explaining the port city's history. The museum is located within Tamluk town near the Rupnarayan River, with a quiet indoor setting suitable for educational viewing and photography where permitted.
Key highlights
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Extensive collection of terracotta figurines and pottery from 3rd century BCE to medieval period
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Ancient punch-marked coins, Gupta and later period coins and copper plate inscriptions
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Stone and bronze sculptures including Buddhist and Hindu deities
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Artifacts excavated from Tamralipta ancient port city sites around Tamluk