Central Asian Museum
A tower-style museum built on the site of an old caravanserai in Leh's Old Town, telling the story of Leh as a Silk Road trade hub linking Central Asia and Tibet.
The museum's exterior imitates traditional Ladakhi watchtowers. Its floors display trade links with Kashmir, Tibet, Yarkand (Xinjiang) and Baltistan, along with caravan equipment, coins, costumes and manuscripts. The surrounding alleys of Leh's Old Town are well suited to a walk together with Leh Palace. Entry costs about INR 100. The museum is usually closed in winter, and opening hours vary, so check on site.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00 (often closed in winter)
Nearby sights
- Leh Palace
- Leh Main Bazaar
- Namgyal Tsemo Gompa
- Sankar Monastery
- Shanti Stupa
- Hall of Fame, Leh
- Spituk Monastery
- Phyang Monastery