National Museum of Turkmenistan — Attraction in Ashgabat City

I was wondering what to do on a lazy Sunday. I decided to try the museum. I visited here 16 years ago, but was escorting a group of VIPs, so I didn’t really get to see anything.

Today also happened to be a national holiday, the end of Ramadan. I was the only guest in the place! It was awesome. I went through all the galleries at my own pace. The staff stayed nearby, but didn’t “hover”. When I had questions, they answered very quickly and quite well.

I really was impressed with the entire staff. Professional, friendly, and not pushy.

Prices (for locals, since I’m a diplomat): Each hall (there are 3): 3 manat Photography (only allowed in 2 of the 3 halls): 50 manat

I believe that entry for foreigners is $10 per hall, but I’m not positive.

Overall a great couple of hours. It renewed my interest in Turkmenistan’s history...

Firstly payment policy very bad. Its too much 10$ for enterance fee. They accept only dollar for foreingners that mean tourist are need to pay 28 times more than locals. Enterance for locals 3 mnts. The guide girls doesnt have any information. I asked several question but they ask eachother in the end none of answer my question. Museum contain 3 section (Traditional, Nationaland Presidental) and for each section you need to pay 10$ + 50 mnt for photography. Unfortunately I dont suggest. There isnt anything to...

The museum has about 500,000 exhibits including Turkmen carpets and rugs; national dress and fabrics; musical instruments; weapons; jewelry; orders and medals, and historical documents, paintings, drawings and sculptures and more. Among the most interesting are the ritons – special horn-like vessels made of ivory featuring...