Central Asian Museum — Attraction in Ladakh

Finding the Central Asian Museum was a huge thrill. Yet I felt there could be much more information and displays on the vast subject. I find much more info online. If there were a Library covering its varied subjects would be very welcome. There is a lot of material on your sites on central asia online. This could be provided in laminated sheets in folders to relate to the History of this fascinating State highlighting its past. Using as well the vast collection of photography through the 18-19th Century. The Silk Route with its Maney walls, fast disappearing from neglect, should be preserved wherever possible to ensure its protection. And make it a trekker's route. As well as the preservation of the neglected ancient petroglyphs...

Situated at the heart of Leh main market. Well maintained and impressive collection of photos and artifacts from the past 2 centuries. Does a good job of introducing the tourist to the history and culture of Ladakh. However one can't help feeling that the museum is still incomplete - there is lack of coverage of post 1959 when the Tibetan refugees came to Ladakh by the thousands. Also, it seems a rather disproportionate number of artifacts were taken or loaned from the Jamia Masjid next door. The museum stays open till 7pm. You can visit after your day's sightseeing....

The Central Asian Museum is one of the top places to visit in Ladakh. It is a tapered four-storey stone tower inspired by the Lhasa architecture and located close to the Main Bazaar. The museum showcases trade done using the  Silk route – Ladakh, Yarkand, Turkestan, Baltistan, Tibet and China. The museum is located in a courtyard along with a traditional Ladakhi show kitchen and the oldest mosque, Masjid Sharif in Leh. The complex is also famous for the 500-year old sacred tree also known as the Datun Sahib.

Location: Leh Entry fee: INR 200 Best Time To Visit: May...