Basti, Uttar Pradesh
Basti District Museum curates local heritage through artifacts, photographs, and thematic panels on crafts, rivers, and everyday life. It offers a compact overview for visitors and students.
Folk crafts: Textiles, tools, and household objects.
Photographs: Markets, settlements, and civic architecture.
Archaeological fragments: Pottery and stone introducing early settlement traces.
Natural heritage: Notes on river systems and wildlife.
Nearest Airport: Gorakhpur – approx. 40–60 km
Major Railway Stations:
Basti – within town limits
Gorakhpur Junction – major interchange
Situated in Basti town with straightforward access by local roads; parking typically available nearby.
Town buses, auto‑rickshaws, and taxis serve the museum area. Mobile coverage is reliable within city limits.
Weekdays and morning hours offer quieter galleries. Allow 45–90 minutes; verify timings and special exhibits in advance.