Silk Road Trading Concern

The historical Silk Road was farther north than our Asian base of operations in Kathmandu. There was however, a southern route, which dipped down into what is today the Indian State, Jammu-Kashmir. We chose to name ourselves after this, the greatest of all trade routes, not so much for the geographical similarities but rather in emulation of the spirit of the Silk Road. Our historical namesake was the premier means of exchange in the ancient world - not just commercial exchange, but also the exchange of spiritual and cultural ideas and values.

By the time the items offered here reach our clients in western countries, they have made a very long journey. From raw materials, to workshop, to you - we strive to insure that the basis of this journey is integrity. The Silk Road Trading Concern was founded upon the principle that fair compensation for craftsperson, coupled with environmentally conscientious production methods can be successfully joined with reasonable prices and customer service to create a satisfying exchange between all parties involved.

Silk Road is pleased to present our "Trans-Himalayan Collection^TM", in an on-line catalog. Here you will find traditional and contemporary handicrafts from the nations, which encompass the Himalayan mountain range. If you are interested in particular products from India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sikkim, Tibet or Central Asian locations which you don't see here please send us a special request. We may be able to help you find the desired item.

Silk Road has full time staff in Kathmandu, Nepal as well as our office and distribution center in the United States. We are committed to quick and thorough customer satisfaction, and having staff members on both sides of the world allows us to provide just that. Some Silk Road Trading Concern specialties include: Devotional art from the Buddhist and Hindu traditions, a wide array of supports for dharma practice, including bell and dorje, prayer wheels, incense and burners as well as jewelry, books and music, pashmina, etc. All this and much more is available through Silk Road, so please check back often to view the regularly updated selection, and special offerings.