It is situated next to Sri Venkateshwara temple. In this museum you can see pictures, artifacts and sculptures that depict the history of the temple. Vahanams gallery presents an array of Srivari Vahanams used during Brahmotsavams. The stone gallery contains more than 80 stone sculptures retrieved from across the region dating from 8th century AD to 19th century CE. Most of these stone sculptures depict history of Vaishnavism in the region. The gallery of musical instruments displays a wide range of instruments of bygone ages. The picture gallery displays rare images of temple history, ornaments of the lord and some contemporary art depicting Srinivasa and Tirumala. Armory section displays variety of ancient weapons like swords, shields, battle axes, guns etc used or possessed by the rulers in the medieval and colonial periods. The bronze section contains idols, nutcrackers, utensils etc made centuries ago. Big iron bells, gigantic pulley used to lift stones in temple building, c...
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