"Explore maritime heritage and coastal history."
Odisha State Maritime Museum, also known as Odisha Maritime Museum, is a wonderful tourist attraction in Cuttack. It is a museum that is dedicated to the naval and seafaring in Odisha. It is an ideal place to gather the knowledge about the maritime practices, boats, and other vessels etc. that were used in the previous times.
It Is Known For:-
1) Odisha State Maritime Museum is a perfect place where the people can gain extra knowledge about the boats and other vessels that were used in the medieval era.
2) It was opened to the common public in the year 2013. It required eleven crores for the construction of the museum.
3) There are various galleries that display the models of the vessels, submarines, compasses, maps, and much more that were used by the royal armies to find the directions.
4) Apart from the naval vehicles, this museum also displays the information and the pictures of the creatures that once swam in seas and other water bodies near Odisha.
Best Time To Visit:-
Odisha Maritime Museum is a place that never disappoints the guests. Kids, youth, and the middle-aged adore visiting this place as it provides the information about the naval vehicles and creatures. Since there’s no specific season for visiting this place, an individual can mark his/her presence at the museum on any day.
The museum remains shut on all the national holidays and festivals. The entry is paid for all visitors without any discount.
Reaching There:-
Odisha Maritime Museum is well-connected via all major roads that allow people to reach the place without any hassle. The local taxis are the best mode for reaching this place.
Nearest Railway Station:- Cuttack Junction
Nearest Airport:- Biju Patnaik International Airport
