#silk-road

landscape  What are the Pamir Mountains and why are they significant?

The Pamir Mountains, also known as the Roof of the World, is a mountain range in Central Asia that is spread across four countries - Afghanistan,...    Read more

travel_explore  How did the Silk Road impact Chinese history?

The Silk Road was an ancient trade route that linked China with the Mediterranean world, spanning more than 7,000 miles. It was not just a trade...    Read more

map  What was the impact of the Roman Empire's wars with the Parthians on the Silk Road trade routes?

The Roman-Parthian Wars were a series of conflicts between the Roman Empire and the Parthian Empire, which lasted for almost 700 years, from 53 BCE...    Read more

layers  How did the Silk Road impact trade between Asia and Europe?

The Silk Road was a network of trade routes that connected Asia and Europe from around the 2nd century BCE to the 18th century CE. The route was...    Read more

history  How did the Chagatai Khanate rise to power?

The Chagatai Khanate was a Mongol successor state that emerged in Central Asia in the 13th century. It was founded by Chagatai Khan, the second son...    Read more