history highlights of china in STOCKTON history highlights of china STOCKTON

history highlights of china in STOCKTON

history highlights of china STOCKTON

history highlights of china in STOCKTON.The long and winding silk road in northwest china has a history of more than two thousand years.
This ancient route starts from the old capitals of and , crosses the yellow river at.
Trade along the route was conducted by central asian merchants, who brought horses, cattle, furs, hides and luxuries such as ivory and jade.
New goods were also introduced to the chinese by the traders, such as cucumbers, walnuts, sesame seeds, figs, alfalfa and pomegranates.
The plodding caravans and the central asian merchants both became part of.
Today the silk road tells many stories of ancient times and the exchange of cultures.
The thousands of kilometers are filled with cultural heritage and historical sites.
The route has become increasingly popular among travelers.