Silk Route
Definition
The Silk Route refers to a network of ancient trade routes that connected East Asia with the Mediterranean region. It facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures between different civilizations.
Related terms
Marco Polo: An Italian explorer who traveled along the Silk Route in the 13th century and wrote about his experiences in his book "The Travels of Marco Polo."
Spice Trade: The exchange of spices and other luxury goods along the Silk Route, which played a significant role in shaping global economies.
Dunhuang Caves: A complex of Buddhist cave temples located on the Silk Route in China, containing exquisite murals and sculptures that reflect cultural exchanges between East and West.
"Silk Route" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP Human Geography
Study guides (2)
AP Art History - 7.3 Central Asia
AP Art History - 8.3 Interactions Within and Across Cultures in South, East, and Southeast Asian Art
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