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The Silk Road was not a single road, actually the well-known Silk Road across the Eurasian Continent is a friendship bridge linking the Europe and Asian people. Due to such high fame and its important role in ancient times, it is one of the most valuable tourist product in China. The Silk Road in Xinjiang was divided into two sections: the northern and southern sections. Nowadays there's a great deal to see and things to do during the tour along the world famous Silk Road.

Silk Road, refers to the Western Han Dynasty (202 BC - 8 AD), with the history of more than 2,000 years. It was established by Zhang Qian and made Chang'an (now Xian) as the starting point, then through Gansu, Xinjiang, to the Central Asia, West Asia, and land access linking the Mediterranean countries. In this route, there are various scenic spots such as Terracotta Warriors, Yellow River, Eastern Han Tomb, etc. Due to the road transport of goods in the West with the greatest impact of silk products, thus it won this name. The basic trend set at the Han Dynasty, including South Road, Middle Road, North Road three routes. The ancient Silk Road not only play an important role in trade between Asia and Europe but also the promotion of Asian and European countries and China's friendly exchanges, communication and friendship between the Eastern and Western cultures of the road. During the China tour package to Silk Road tourists will learn more about the history of silk and ancient China.

As the name of "Silk Road", in this more than 7,000 km long road, silk the same origin porcelain became a powerful symbol of civilization of East Asia. With the opening of the Silk Road, the paper products in the Western Regions as well as further afield. The ancient Chinese printing is also one of the transfers of technology gradually west along the Silk Road. In addition, in terms of the exchange of ideas on religion, the Silk Road played a positive role.

Silk Road was the flourishing business route, and it is also the most famous tourist line in China. The unique traditions and culture, living habits and religious beliefs show the soul of the Silk Road. A visit to Silk Road is actually a culture tour in China. To create a memorable and unique travel experience, welcome to visit the Silk Road.


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