Institut de Chandernagore, also known as Dupleix Palace, is one of the oldest museums of West Bengal. It boasts of a collection of rare French antiques, such as cannons used in the Anglo-French wars (popularly known as the Carnatic wars), personal belongings of French governor generals, and wooden furniture dating back to the 18th century, which are difficult to find anywhere else in the world. Exhibits include items used by Dupleix (the Governor General of French India), such as a marble bust of himself, and relics of the French colonial and local history of Chandannagar. Photography is prohibited , videography is also prohibited .

While writing on the Chandannagar Museum it is a problem of choice: Should one highlight the fact that the museum also houses the Institut De Chandannagore which offers regular French language classes or should one dwell on the fantastic museum that is located here. Well then lets put it this way: that along the river lies the beautiful Chandannagar Museum which was earlier the residence of the French Governor Dupleix whose personal collection is also on display along with a breathtaking rare collection of French, British artefacts’. It also has a small but formidable collection of antiquities from the Nawab rule. It is a must see for all visitors who will also complain that the museum maintenance is poor and perhaps something more can be done to augment the facilities.

It is very close to Chandernagore College & The garden is very beautiful. French language is taught here . And it is one of the heritage building of Chandannagar. Recently Actor Ajay Devgan has come here to shoot for his film .

One of the oldest museums of the region. It boasts a collection of French antiques (such as cannons used in Anglo-French war, wooden furniture of the 18th century, etc.) which are difficult to find anywhere else in the world. The institute still teaches Frenchthrough regular classes. This museum is closed in Thursday and Saturday. However, it is visible that there is lack of maintenance for this place. They need to maintain. Highly recommend for those, who have an interest for the past or history.

"The Statue of Marianne" A national symbol of france, outside the Dupleix mansion Chandannagar..

An excellent little local Museum .... well fabricated and maintained ...

It's closed because of corona, but would love to visit there.

This museum was a French governor's resident around 300 year old house but still well maintained. If you are a history lover then it is a ideal place for you. You can found here many old things related to French government of Chandannagar. Also this is a ideal place for an educational tour from school. Overall this a must visiting place if you are in Chandannagar.

Very nice

This is French general duplex's residence on strand and front of old French jetty a historical place 400 yes old

The artefacts of the French occupation are carefully preserved and viewable in this museum. The museum itself is housed in a beautiful heritage site on The Strand overlooking the river.The museum speaks a lot the history rich town of Chandannagore. It preserves ancient documents and other valuable assets of Portuguese era. Located on the Strand, it can be easily reached by car. View of Ganges from the entrance is beautiful.

First of all I love French songs, soprano, opera music, since 2015 I have stated visiting this place. Every year I go there, on January 1this year I went there too. That place attracts me so much. Not only the museum, the resident of former governor, I like, also the cleaned roads, heritage buildings. A well maintained place ever I have seen in West Bengal. A little piece of France remains here. And French cemetery is located by a lake. It’s called “ Gorosthan “ to Auto-Ricksha drivers. I was learning French language as well in basic level, nasal pronunciation makes this language so sweeter. French culture is an art. This place deserves 10 stars ⭐️.

This museum has preserved many thing of French lifestyle... But inside of the museum there are no permission for taking photo.... But very well maintained museum....

The place belongs to indo-Frances historic Monument.😊🖒👌

Great place

This was the residence of Dupleix the then Governor of Chandannagar

it is situated far away from chandannagar railway station and main road and just beside river Ganges. but public transport is available to get there. old sculptures, replica of ship, replica of old chandannagar city, hand woven saree are preserved in this museum. this reminds of 18th and 19th century of hooghly. ambience is good. very nice place to visit.

It was the official building of French acquired Chandannagar. From here French rulers of Bengal provide their service to people in pre-freedom era. Now it is converted into a beautiful museum where you can found the total french revolution of Bengal and their lives. If you want to know Bengal as well as Chandannagar you've to visit this place once.

I can't express my feelings about the place in words. Just fabulous. You have to be here yourself in order to get the taste of the place. In the past it was the residential house of Governor general Dupleix. Afterwards it was considered as the house for future governor generals of France who were allotted in Chandannagar. After the independence of Chandannagar it was converted to Museum which still showcases the past and history of the area. Just visit yourself. Entry fees is also minimal (Rs. 5/- per person).

A historical building, the then head quarters of French colony, Chandannagar. situated beside the river Ganga

Very famous and old institute to learn French language !

Institut de Chandernagore, also known as Dupleix Palace. It is one of the oldest museums of West Bengal. It helds of a collection of rare French antiques, such as cannons used in the Anglo-French wars. Personal belongings of French governor generals, and wooden furniture. Which are difficult to find anywhere else in the world. Also the items used by Dupleix (the Governor General of French India), such as a marble bust of himself, and relics of the French colonial and local history of Chandannagar.

A lot of things to learn and watch from here. Some very rare old manuscripts, ancient coins, old paintings, historical evidence, things used by french officials, militery equipment of that era amd many more are kept there. The lawn of the he palace is gorgeously beautiful. All these are reserved by ASI.

It's a lovely place. Well maintained. Photography not allowed inside the museum. Worth the visit.

Very good one to maintain French connection. Well maintained place and just opposite to river Ganges. Excellent place to visit with family and friends.

It is closed now due to covid19

This historical place is situated on the bank of river Hooghly at Chandannagar strand..used to be the residence of the governor of Chandannagar province in French colonial rule..is. Beautifully maintained situated over a large compound is an ideal place to visit to visualise the history and to gather information and knowledge ..the crockery .cutlery,daily used items, designed mirrors, historical news papers ,paintings,maps and other things are well kept and maintained .outside the building is a garden..the architectural work is astonishing..entry fees is Rs 5 for Indian..loved this place very much

One of the historical architecture of Chandannagar. A old french museum. One of the best tourist attraction in Chandannagar. It is situated near Chandannagar Government College and opposite of Chandannagar strand.

Everything a middle class Bengali Francophile could ask for.

Great place for French study

Small slice of a French dream ! A must visit in Chandannagore, earlier the residence of the then French rulers facing the Hooghly river. It houses almost all of the important artifacts, documents, books, charters, & signs of the French empire. The backyard garden is also beautiful & open to the public for free.

Historical place in Chandannagar..

Good experience enjoy learning friendly

The heritage of this city lives in its historical data and information. This museum is one of the place to restore those. The residents of Chandernagore (commonly ChandanNagar) feel pleased and blessed to live such historical importance.

A glimpse of history beside the Ganges...this place deserve 5 stars.

nice place to visit, its a french language institute and a colonial museum also, alias duplesis museum

Nice place to visit...as it is the located at the heart of city CHANDANNAGORE...don't miss to visit at d tym of jagadhatri pujo

Great place to bring kids. One can learn plenty of things from history and geography... An amazing nplace to learn French also...

It's a place of rich heritage... Worth a visit!

Great place for bring child......

Excellent museum

Nice historical place...

I love history of french occupied india.

Great learning place

Nice place

Nothing too much about Chandannagar history, but has some interesting furniture

Best museum i never seen before

(Translated by Google) Thank you for remembering. (Original) Merci pour le souvenir.

Great historical place bearing the cultures of French .

Very well Famous place in chandernagore