Silk Road

Definition

The Silk Road was a network of trade routes connecting the East and West, extending from the Korean peninsula and Japan to the Mediterranean Sea during various periods of time, primarily the Han dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD) in China.

Related terms

Trade Route: A logistical network identified as a series of pathways and stoppages used for the commercial transport of cargo.

Cultural Diffusion: The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.

Caravanserai: An inn with a central courtyard for travelers in the desert regions of Asia or North Africa.