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Tribal Museum Koraput can be found right behind the Sabara Srikhetra temple. This is a convenient location for visitors to stop on their way to explore Koraput. The purpose of the museum is to provide visitors with an insight into how tribal communities historically lived and thrived prior to contact with major world powers such as the British. A variety of traditional farming implements, fabrics, and jewellery can be found within the museum; each of these items serves to demonstrate the history of tribal peoples while also providing insight into their cultural identity.
Students, researchers, or those visiting from other areas interested in anthropology and/or culture will enjoy visiting this museum as well. This museum is widely regarded as one of the most educational and informative tribal museums in Odisha.
Established in 1992, the Tribal Museum Koraput is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the lifestyle of the indigenous tribes residing in the Koraput district, like Gadaba, Bonda, Paraja, and Kondh. The museum displays its traditional dress, ceremonial attire, and everyday use of agricultural implements, musical instruments, ornaments, etc. It provides an opportunity for visitors to see the way of life, rituals and cultural heritage of tribal communities living there.
The museum is located adjacent to the Jagannath Temple and is a significant location where community members can gain information about the tribal way of life in Koraput.
Taxi, auto-rickshaw, or personal vehicle can all be used to reach the museum from Koraput.
The Koraput Railway Station, located several kilometres from the museum, is also accessible by taxi.
The closest airport is at Visakhapatnam. You will then have to take a cab or taxi to travel the rest of the way to Koraput.
Among the important exhibits, there are tribal costumes, ornaments, musical instruments, tools, and handicrafts, which provide a clue into the life and customs of the tribal people.
Photography is permitted most of the time in the areas designated, but it is advisable to seek permission from the museum personnel before taking photographs of the exhibits.
Always wear comfortable shoes to walk in, carry water, and have something to protect against the sun or an umbrella, because some of the grounds of the museum are outside.
If you use our car rental service in the Tribal Museum area, you will enjoy an experience of comfort while visiting all of the cultural attractions in Koraput. Ride Koraput has a fleet of clean and well-cared-for vehicles that are configured for families, students, and small groups of all ages that are visiting the museum.
Flexible booking options and knowledgeable local drivers allow for seamless connection to many of your other travel and experience activities while visiting the museum. We will provide you with an on-time pick-up from your location, will provide you with simple and hassle-free transfers, and will fully accommodate you during your time in Koraput without any worry about navigating, parking, and other travel-related activities while here.
The Tribal Museum in Koraput can be visited any time during the year; however, you will have the best experience visiting from October through February when the weather is more comfortable for enjoying sightseeing. The best times for seeing the exhibits in the museum will be in the morning or the afternoon.