Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition
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Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition

Located on Gadigal Country, just 15 minutes’ walk from Sydney’s city centre, the Art Gallery of New South Wales stands as one of Australia’s premier cultural destinations and Sydney’s must-visit art museum. Our unique art campus features two stunning buildings and an art garden with breathtaking Sydney Harbour views. Discover historical and contemporary art from Australia and around the world, including the Yiribana Gallery, a permanent space showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Immerse yourself in inspiring exhibitions, dining experiences from renowned Australian chefs, and unique tours that showcase Australian culture and stories—all within one of the world’s most beautiful cultural precincts. Open daily | Wednesday late nights until 10pm

Highlights and inclusions

  • Discover a realm of wonder, drama and divine beauty
  • This captivating exhibition brings together centuries of art and storytelling from South and Southeast Asia celebrating Vishnu, the Hindu deity who preserves order in the universe
  • Brimming with tales of heroism, love and devotion, the exhibition presents exceptional historical and contemporary art from renowned collections in Australia, India, Cambodia, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. It also includes work by contemporary artists Gitanjali Das, Kalyan Joshi, Jumaadi, Desmond Lazaro, Kalam Patua, Nalini Malani, Pushpamala N, Sumakshi Singh and Satyanarayan Suthar
  • In sculpture, painting, textiles and photographs, the exhibition traces the ways artists have envisioned Vishnu’s various avatars over 1500 years
  • Walkable from Sydney’s CBD and the Royal Botanic Garden. Make this landmark cultural event part of your Sydney visit

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Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney NSW 2000

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