Silk Route Collection (page 13)

The Silk Route, a historic trade network that connected civilizations across Asia and Europe

Silk Route Collection: The courtyards and windtowers of traditional houses Kashan

The courtyards and windtowers of traditional houses Kashan, Isfahan province, Iran The courtyards and windtowers of Kashans traditional houses - Iran

Silk Route Collection: The Rawak Stupa, circa 4th century, north-east of Khotan

The Rawak Stupa, circa 4th century, north-east of Khotan.Rawak ( High Mansion ), north-east of Khotan is believed to be one of the largest and most important sites in Central Asia

Silk Route Collection: Remains of a Buddhist stupa, circa 3rd century Ad

Remains of a Buddhist stupa, circa 3rd century Ad. Height: 6 metres. Niya, north of Minfeng. This single ruined stupa of modest size stands at the centre of the site

Uighur man with sheep on the road to Kashgar market

Theatre (2 cent.), Palmyra, Syria

Silk Route Collection: Qalaat Ibn Maan castle and Palmyra

Qalaat Ibn Maan castle and Palmyra, Syria

Silk Route Collection: Interior of karavansarai, Damascus, Syria

Interior of karavansarai, Damascus, Syria Interior of karavan-sarai, Damascus, Syria

Ruined caravanserai on old Silk Route, near Natanz, Iran, Middle East

Silk Route Collection: Map of Central Asia, 1834 (colour litho)

Map of Central Asia, 1834 (colour litho)
XCF282016 Map of Central Asia, 1834 (colour litho) by Arrowsmith, John (1790-1873); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Silk Route Collection: Medrasah Shir-Dhor at Registan place in Samarkand, 1869-70 (oil on canvas)

Medrasah Shir-Dhor at Registan place in Samarkand, 1869-70 (oil on canvas)
BAL172722 Medrasah Shir-Dhor at Registan place in Samarkand, 1869-70 (oil on canvas) by Vereshchagin, Vasili Vasilievich (1842-1904); 27.3x36.7 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian

Silk Route Collection: Main Street in Samarkand, Early Morning, 1869-70 (oil on canvas)

Main Street in Samarkand, Early Morning, 1869-70 (oil on canvas)
BAL172721 Main Street in Samarkand, Early Morning, 1869-70 (oil on canvas) by Vereshchagin, Vasili Vasilievich (1842-1904); 28.7x40.8 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Ruins of Dehistan near Balkanabat, Silk Route, Balkan Province, Turkmenistan

Silk Route Collection: Robat-e Zayn al-Din Caravanserai, built by the Safavid government of Kerman on the Silk Road

Robat-e Zayn al-Din Caravanserai, built by the Safavid government of Kerman on the Silk Road, Yazd, Iran

Silk Route Collection: Turabeg Khanym Complex, Konye-Urgench

Turabeg Khanym Complex, Konye-Urgench
The Turabeg Khanym Complex in Konye-Urgench, Turkmenistan

Silk Route Collection: City walls, ancient Silk Route town of Khiva

City walls, ancient Silk Route town of Khiva, Uzbekistan

Silk Route Collection: Uzbekistan, Bukhara. Ulug-Begh, the most important astronomer of the 15th century

Uzbekistan, Bukhara. Ulug-Begh, the most important astronomer of the 15th century, is honored with this stone monument in Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Silk Route Collection: Restored 11th-century Karakhanid minaret called the Burana Tower in Kirghizstan

Restored 11th-century Karakhanid minaret called the Burana Tower in Kirghizstan, Central Asia

Huge ancient grinding wheels and Burana Tower, Kirghizstan, Central Asia

Silk Route Collection: Uzbekistan, Bukhara. The minaret is where the adhan, or the call to prayer, was issued

Uzbekistan, Bukhara. The minaret is where the adhan, or the call to prayer, was issued, Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Silk Route Collection: Emin Minaret, Turpan on the Silk Route, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Xinjiang Province

Emin Minaret, Turpan on the Silk Route, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Xinjiang Province, China, Asia

Emin Minaret, Turpan on the Silk Route UNESCO World Heritage Site, Xinjiang Province, China, Asia

Silk Route Collection: Ruined city of Jiaohe, Turpan on the Silk Route, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Ruined city of Jiaohe, Turpan on the Silk Route, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Xinjiang Province, China, Asia

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The Silk Route, a historic trade network that connected civilizations across Asia and Europe, holds within its ancient paths countless tales of cultural exchange and breathtaking landscapes. In India's Ladakh region, nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, lies Thiksey - a monastery renowned for its spiritual significance. Here, the Chamkhang temple houses the awe-inspiring Maitreya Buddha; an immense and beautifully gilded masterpiece that captivates all who lay eyes upon it. Journeying further along this fabled route brings us to Syria's Palmyra ruins - a UNESCO World Heritage Site steeped in history. The grand Theatre stands as a testament to the city's former glory, echoing with whispers of performances from centuries past. Continuing eastward into Uzbekistan, we encounter Samarkand - once ruled by Tamerlane himself. At his mausoleum lies an enduring legacy of power and influence that still resonates today. The vibrant courtyard of the Temple of Bel in Palmyra beckons travelers to immerse themselves in its timeless beauty. Syria reveals more treasures along this ancient path; Bosra unveils ruins from an ancient Roman town where echoes of bustling markets can almost be heard within its Citadel and Theatre. Krak Des Chevaliers stands tall as a testament to crusader architecture, proudly displaying its UNESCO status. As we venture northwards towards Georgia's Mount Kazbek, nature takes center stage with the third-highest peak standing majestically on the border with Russia. Its snow-capped summit invites adventurers seeking solace amidst breathtaking vistas. Returning to India's Ladakh region in Leh, Stok Kangri Peak dominates the skyline as North India’s highest mountain in the Stok Range – an irresistible challenge for mountaineers yearning for new heights. Uzbekistan welcomes us again with Bukhara’s Kalon Mosque showcasing architectural marvels crafted by skilled hands over centuries past.