Silk Roads: the Routes Network of Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor
Silk Roads: Chang'an-Tianshan Corridor
Hexi Corridor: Critical archaeological sites like the Xuanquanzhi Posthouse and the Yumen Pass.
Religious Landmarks: The Kizil Caves and Bingling Temple, showcasing the spread of Buddhism.
Central Asian Strongholds: The City of Balasagun (Burana Tower) in Kyrgyzstan and the ancient trade hub of Talgar in Kazakhstan.
This 5,000 km section of the ancient Silk Road network connects the ancient Chinese capital of Chang'an (Xi'an) with the Zhetysu region of Central Asia. It encompasses 33 component sites, including imperial capitals, palace complexes, Buddhist cave temples, ancient paths, beacon towers, and sections of the Great Wall. It flourished between the 6th and 14th centuries AD as a major artery for trade, religious beliefs, and scientific innovation.
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