Tribal Museum, Koraput
Tribal Museum (COATS)
Displays costumes, ornaments, farming tools, musical instruments and house models from dozens of tribes in the Koraput region. It is an ideal introduction to tribal culture.
The museum was established by the Committee for Tribal Analysis and Studies (COATS) and is located behind the Jagannath Temple. It is modest in size, but its exhibits are focused. Handwoven cloth, bark-fiber garments, silver ornaments, hunting tools, cowbells, musical instruments and wall-painting motifs from the Bonda, Paraja, Gadaba, Koya and other tribes are all on display. It is recommended to visit before going to the tribal markets, which will help you better recognize each group's costumes. Admission is very low. The museum is usually closed on Mondays, and opening hours should be confirmed on site.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–17:00; closed Mondays (confirm on site)
Nearby sights
- Sabara Srikhetra (Jagannath Temple, Koraput)
- Kolab Dam & Reservoir
- Bagra Waterfall
- Jeypore Palace & Jagannath Sagar
- Maliguda Tunnel
- Nandapur (Batrisa Simhasana)
- Rani Duduma Falls
- Kunduli Friday Market