The Gola-Ghar (literally Magazine House) was built for the purpose of storehouse for the Ahom army's weapons during the reign of Chakradhwaj Singha (1663-1669AD). It is a complete combination of Hindu and Mughal styles of architecture and was used as the armoury for the Ahom Kings for many years and is situated in the scenic town of Sivasagar, known for its cultural significance. Gola-Ghar continues to be a major tourist attraction, especially since its renovation as a museum by the Archaeological Survey of India.  Gola-Ghar is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), has been rebuilt as a museum gallery for the weapons and arms of the Ahoms. There are total 19 booths in the gallery open to the visitors.