Janapada Loka: A Glimpse into Karnataka's Folk Heritage
Discover Karnataka's vibrant folk heritage at Janapada Loka: a cultural museum showcasing traditional arts, crafts, and rural life on the Bangalore-Mysore highway.
Janapada Loka, meaning 'Folk World,' is a cultural museum showcasing the vibrant folk arts and rural life of Karnataka, India. Founded by H.L. Nage Gowda in 1994, this open-air museum features traditional artifacts, dance performances, and recreations of village life, offering an immersive experience into the state's rich cultural heritage.
A brief summary to Janapada Loka,Ramanagara.
- State Highway 17, Bengaluru, Doddamannugudde Forest, Karnataka, 562159, IN
- +918023605033
- Visit website
- Monday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-5:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit on a Sunday to witness live folk performances in the amphitheater.
- Carry an umbrella, as the museum is primarily outdoors.
- Explore the Lokamatha Mandira to see traditional household items and farming tools.
- Check out the Chitra Kuteera for insights into the museum's founder and his work.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Bangalore, take a KSRTC bus towards Mysore. Most buses, except non-stop services, halt at Janapada Loka. Confirm with the driver beforehand. Alternatively, disembark at Ramanagara bus stop and hire an auto-rickshaw for approximately INR 30 for a personal ride or INR 10 on a sharing basis.
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Driving
From Bangalore, head towards the Bangalore-Mysore Highway. Janapada Loka is approximately 53 km from Bangalore and 6 km from Ramanagara. Parking is available on the roadside near the museum entrance. Note that there is no specific parking inside the campus.
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