Virat Nagar was the capital of the legendary Matsayadesh. Frequent references of Matsayadesh have been made in the Indian epic- the Mahabharat. In the epic period, the area around the district of Jaipur, Alwar and Bharatpur came to be known as Matsayadesh with Virat Nagar as its capital.


The museum, although not very large has the richest collection. The excavated material like potteries, pikkins, old coins, seals, metallic pieces, weapons and statues have been exhibited here.

Timing : 10.00 A.M. to 4.30 P.M.
Closed : Friday and gazetted holidays.

General Information
Location
Virat Nagar, Rajasthan

Main Attraction
Potteries, Old Coins, Seals.

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