Shri Pratap Singh (SPS) Museum,Kashmir

• Manuscript collection (Persian, Sanskrit and local scripts)
• Pahari and Kashmiri miniature paintings
• Traditional Kashmiri textiles and Pashmina shawls
• Numismatic collection (coins spanning regional histories)
• Carved woodwork, papier‑mâché and metalware
• Archaeological finds reflecting Kashmir's Buddhist, Hindu and Islamic past
• Ethnographic displays of everyday life, costumes and jewelry
• Temporary exhibition gallery with rotating displays

• Rich and well‑documented manuscript archive valuable to researchers
• Notable examples of Pahari painting schools and local painting traditions
• Extensive collection of 19th‑century Kashmiri textiles including fine shawls
• Ethnographic focus connecting craft traditions with living communities
• Central urban location in Srinagar, making it accessible to visitors

• Self‑guided or guided tours of the permanent galleries
• Viewing and photographing (subject to museum rules) important artifacts
• Short educational visits for students and heritage groups
• Occasional lectures, workshops and temporary exhibitions on Kashmir arts

Spring (April–June) and early autumn (September–November) are the most pleasant seasons for visiting Srinagar and the museum — comfortable days and clearer skies. Summers are busy with tourists; winters can be cold and sometimes snowy.

Kashmir has a temperate mountain climate: warm to mild days in summer with cool nights; chilly to freezing winters with possible snowfall. Pack layers when visiting shoulder seasons.

Hours and fees can change — historically the museum has operated on daytime hours (roughly late morning to mid/late afternoon) and remained closed one day a week for maintenance (often Monday). There is usually a nominal entry fee, with different rates for residents and foreign visitors. Please confirm current opening hours and ticket prices on arrival or via official sources.

The SPS Museum is located in Srinagar city and is reachable by city taxi or local transport. Nearest major airport: Sheikh ul‑Alam (Srinagar) Airport (approximately 10–20 km depending on city location). Kashmir currently has limited rail connectivity to Srinagar; the nearest major railhead historically has been Jammu Tawi (several hours by road). The museum is best reached by road from Srinagar city center; parking and drop‑off are usually available nearby.

Plan for 1–2 hours to cover the main galleries at a relaxed pace; longer if you attend lectures or study manuscripts.

Wear modest, comfortable clothing and layers (temperatures can change quickly). Comfortable walking shoes, a light scarf and a small umbrella or rain jacket in summer/monsoon months are useful.

Enjoy regional dishes such as Rogan Josh, Yakhni, Kahwa (Kashmiri tea) and local breads. Good souvenirs include Pashmina shawls, papier‑mâché items, walnut woodcarving, embroidered caps and local dried fruits and saffron — buy from reputable shops to ensure authenticity.