Indian Naval Maritime Museum

The Maritime Museum, situated in Kochi, is considered an ode to the glorious past of the Indian Navy. Nested on the ‘INS Dronacharya’, the museum throws light on the genesis, history, evolution, and landmarks of the Indian Navy. However, the Navy’s origins in Surat along with the features of shipbuilding are especially popular attractions of Kochi. Visitors learn about Kerala’s widespread trade links with the Arabs, its maritime hero ‘Kunjali Marakkar‘, the influence of India’s maritime power in South East Asia, and the colonisation of the Indian sub-continent by European countries.
This museum is standing as a witness of the bygone era. The era where the root of the people of the sub-continent exists. We strongly recommend you visit the Indian Naval Maritime Museum if you are visiting Kochi.

Attraction

Indian Naval Maritime Museum helps to show India’s maritime history since the time of the Indus Valley civilization. The models and pictures on display at the museum can help to teach the new generation in a way that they feel more interested. They will get a glimpse of the formidable sagas, the genesis, and the dealings of one of the top 10 naval powers in the world.
The Indian Naval Maritime Museum serves as a valuable repository of naval history as well as heritage. It provides visitors insights into the Indian Navy’s glorious legacy. The museum also highlights the contributions to maritime security and defense as well. Many visitors from all over India visit this museum with great enthusiasm.

History

According to the records, the museum was established in 2001. The aim of establishing this museum was to create awareness of our maritime history. One bunker skillfully skillfully portrays the maritime history of Kerala. At the same time, the other deals with the history as well as the evolution of the Indian Navy.
The history is revealed before you at the museum through the models, artifacts, naval ceremonial symbols, and dresses as well. Besides, the paintings and frescoes also contribute to making the display more comprehensive and informative.

Inside/Outside Views

The museum features a wide range of exhibitions and collections that are related to naval warfare, shipbuilding, maritime operations, navigation, and some maritime traditions. Here, visitors can explore various artifacts, models, equipment, uniforms, weapons, and photographs. All these depict the evolution as well as the development of the ‘Indian Navy’ over the years.
One good exhibit of this museum is a detailed map of the route taken by Westerners to reach subcontinental coasts. Another exhibit is an oil painting of ‘San Gabriel’, the flagship of ‘Vasco Da Gama’ in which he sailed to ‘Beypore harbor’ in 1498.
The well-maintained lawn of the museum is bound to draw your attention. It has war memorabilia exhibitions on display. War memorabilia includes huge missiles, mines, radars, depth charges, and guns used in warships. Here you will see the models of warships and anti-aircraft guns that were used by the British. Torpedoes, rocket launchers, and mine sweepers are some of the other museum pieces that you can see here.
Another important display along with the flags, and rank badges, is the naval regalia a memento presented to the ‘Indian Naval’ offices by their ‘Pakistani counterparts’ during Partition. It carries the beautiful inscription ‘Goodbye and Good Luck’.
Besides, a brass muzzle-loading cannon was used by the ships before the Eighteenth century. There is an anchor that is more than a century old that will grab your attention easily. The museum is a great source of information and inspiration. The whole area depicts the maritime history of the sub-continent.

How to Reach

By road: It is situated in Kochi’s ‘Veli’ area. From the busy area of Kochi, the Indian Naval Maritime Museum is only 2 to 4 km away. Kerala is well connected with other major cities like Kolkata, Midnapore, Chennai, Siliguri, Delhi, Ghaziabad, Mumbai etc. of the country. And from Kochi city, you will get local transport to reach the site.

By air: The closest airport, ‘Cochin International Airport’ (which is an international one), is almost 43 kilometers away from this area which is in Nedumbassery, Kochi, Kerala, 683111. You can visit this place from outside of India. It is also well connected with major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, or Lucknow with direct flights. From the airport, you can easily get local transport to reach the site.

By train: The closest railway station from the Indian Naval Maritime Museum is only 12 km away at the ‘Ernakulam Railway Junction Station’. This station is well connected with major areas of the country. From the station, you will get local transport so that you can reach the site.

Tips for Travellers

Please wear suitable and comfortable clothes according to both culture and seasons.

Don’t forget to follow the code of conduct.

If you are visiting Kerala for the first time, try to visit in a group for safety purposes.

Please stay away from total strangers.

Please note that Last Ticket Sale is 15 Minutes before closing Time.