Sree Chitra Art Gallery

Sree Chitra Art Gallery More Info about Thiruvananthapuram About Tourism in Thiruvananthapuram » Thiruvananthapuram Sightseeing, Quick Facts » Cheap Flights to Thiruvananthapuram » Map of Thiruvananthapuram » Traveller Feedback on Thiruvananthapuram » Thiruvananthapuram Q&A Forum » Sri Chitra Art Gallery is a fascinating art gallery in Trivandrum city. It is placed towards the northern side of the Napier Museum. Sri Chitra Art Gallery in Trivandrum features a unique collection of traditional and contemporary Indian art. It is one of the few art galleries in India, which boasts the finest exhibits of both ancient and modern schools of Indian art. The creations of Raja Ravi Varma adorn the front galleries and the oil painting work of this renowned artist is no doubt the most important feature of the Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Among the other artworks preserved, the Mughal, Rajasthani and Rajput paintings are worth mentioning. The Tanjore and Balinese paintings are popular for their intricate works and the elegant stone work and rich colours used in the paintings reflect the treasures of Indian art. Besides its extensive variety of Indian art, the Sri Chitra Art Gallery is also popular for its exclusive collection of International art. Once you are within the Sri Chitra Art Gallery in Trivandrum you cannot afford to miss its collection of Chinese, Tibetan and Japanese artworks. The gallery also houses some excellent miniature paintings, Kerala style mural paintings, and a rich collection of Roerich paintings. Not to mention, the exhibits of the Bengal School of Arts will surely add to your pleasure. While planning your trip, keep in mind that the Sri Chitra Art Gallery remains open to its visitors on all days of the week except Monday, from 10.00 AM to 5.00 PM. However on Wednesdays it remains open only from 1.00 PM to 4.45 PM. It is a wonderful cultural experience and a wonderful blend of both traditional and contemporary art which is a must-see for all art enthusiasts.