It was the single most important trade route of Northwest China.
It also gives us our first glimpse of The Great Wall of China.
These 620 miles were fought over by the Qin, Han, Tang, Xia and Yuan Dynasties.
The Silk Road was a relatively flat plain that ran through the otherwise mountainous and inhospitable landscape and permitted trade from local areas as well as neighboring countries.
A ribbon linking oasis to oasis.
Drone over The Silk Road
https://youtu.be/EpLJP_fOVYM
Documentary
https://youtu.be/sRySHM4qn08
History of The Silk Road
https://youtu.be/aGG0kgVqhWY
Virtual Tour (...the best...)
https://youtu.be/56IzyMfLJFA
The Corridor by Rail
https://youtu.be/OJxcNJ4KzGo
When we return we will take some time and explore The Great Wall.
Until then...
