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Introduction to the Ram Katha Museum, Ayodhya
Steeped in the memories of Lord Ram, the famous epic hero revered as a God in the country stands Ayodhya on the banks of the River Saryu. Visited by devotees as well as common tourists, this city in Uttar Pradesh is home to many holy places. Even though these constitute the foremost of all Tourist Attractions in Ayodhya, there are some other places in Ayodhya that are also well worth a visit, as for instance the Ram Katha Museum.

History of the Ram Katha Museum, Ayodhya
The Ram Katha Museum or the Ram Katha Sangrahalaya, the other name by which it is popularly known was established in the year 1988.

Description of the Ram Katha Museum, Ayodhya
The Ram Katha Museum, India houses a very interesting collection of arts and artifacts. Common tourists are definitely drawn to it but it holds a special appeal for the lovers of history in particular. The coins, rare palm leaf manuscripts and pottery that are exhibited here throw a great deal of light on the past.

Other than pottery, a variety of other terracotta objects are there on display at this museum. Textiles as well as Metal objects form an integral part of the repository. What will surely impress any visitor on a trip to this museum are the exquisite sculptures. The beautiful photographs and the marvelous paintings housed in this museum will also not fail to attract anyone's attention.

Ardent followers of Lord Rama too cannot afford to miss out on a visit because several of the antiquities kept here are related to the life of Lord Rama. The museum authority is not only engaged in the preservation and conservation of these old artifacts associated with him but also in continuously increasing the collection.

Located at the Raj Sadan in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, the Ram Katha Museum remains open on all days from 10.30 in the morning to 4.30 in the evening except on Mondays. Ensure that this multi purpose museum is a part of your sight seeing trip in Ayodhya, else you will miss out on witnessing the collections of a fairly rich depository.

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