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Quetta
Quetta District · Balochistan, Pakistan
Archaeological Museum of Balochistan, Quetta
Quetta's archaeological museum: Stone Age tools from the Zhob, Quetta and Kalat valleys, pottery from Balochistan's ancient sites, and figurines from Moenjodaro.
The Archaeological Museum of Balochistan in Quetta shows the province's long human story. Its galleries hold Stone Age implements from the Zhob, Quetta and Kalat valleys, pottery from Balochistan's ancient sites and figurines from Moenjodaro, along with historic weapons and Qurans.
Why go
- ✦Stone Age tools from the Zhob, Quetta and Kalat valleys
- ✦Pottery from Balochistan's ancient sites
- ✦Figurines from Moenjodaro
Visiting today
An easy indoor visit in Quetta for anyone curious about Balochistan's deep past. Check opening days locally before you go.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, Any time of year, since it is indoors, but Quetta is most comfortable in April–May and September–October; winter nights there fall below freezing and July afternoons reach about 37 °C.
Getting there, In Quetta city, Balochistan; run by the Balochistan Directorate of Archaeology and Museums.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Archaeological Museum of Balochistan, Quetta, within 5 km.
