Explore diverse cultural heritage at Ashgabat National Museum of History, a white marble complex in the capital's central area. With over 500,000 artifacts divided into three sections, the pieces showcase the complex history of the country from the Bronze Age through Parthian, Persian, Mongol, and Seljuk periods to modern times. Excavations from Margiana, Gonur Depe and Nissa feature some exhibits such as ivory rhytons, weapons, jewelry, instruments, and a gigantic rug. See a collection of president's hunting trophies on the ground floor, which houses a permanent exhibition of post-independence Turkmenistan. With our online itinerary creator, Ashgabat attractions like Ashgabat National Museum of History can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.
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The museum guide was very helpful an d spent time explaining the history of the region and the Turkmen people. There were findings from Paleolithic times, etc. the entrance fee was $10 per person...
The museum guide was very helpful an d spent time explaining the history of the region and the Turkmen people. There were findings from Paleolithic times, etc. the entrance fee was $10 per person... more »
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. It is a good idea to take a guide from the . museum. There are a lot of things arranged in a good order, explanations are good. It is helpful to visit before going to Nisa or Merv. The museum is...
. It is a good idea to take a guide from the . museum. There are a lot of things arranged in a good order, explanations are good. It is helpful to visit before going to Nisa or Merv. The museum is... more »
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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 and culture.
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