Kyakhtinskiy Krayevedcheskiy Muzey Im. Ak. V.a. Obrucheva
About This Museum
You'd never guess that one of Siberia's most fascinating collections is tucked away in a vibrant yellow merchant's house on the edge of the Gobi Desert. Stepping inside feels like opening a chest of treasures from the great Silk Road caravans that once passed through this very town. I was completely captivated by the sheer diversity, from Buddhist thangkas and intricate Chinese porcelain to the personal effects of the explorers who mapped this vast, empty region. It’s a place that doesn't just display history, but lets you feel the dusty breath of the trans-Mongolian trade routes.
Collection Highlights
The museum shines with its Silk Road artifacts, including stunning Tibetan Buddhist ritual objects and a full traditional Buryat yurt. Don't miss Vladimir Obruchev's personal geological finds—a cabinet of mineral curiosities from his Central Asian expeditions.
Visitor Information
It's right on the main street, Ulitsa Lenina 49, and feels wonderfully undiscovered. Just check their local hours as they can be fluid.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully preserved 19th-century merchant's home, it boasts a classic Siberian wooden facade painted a cheerful sunflower yellow with ornate white window trims.
Contact & Location
Address: 671840, Кяхта, городское поселение Кяхта, Кяхтинский район, Республика Бурятия, Дальневосточный федеральный округ, Россия
Phone: +7 301 429-23-33
