Silk Route Collection

India, Ladakh, Thiksey. The immense and beautifully gilded Maitreya Buddha in the Chamkhang temple at Thiksey Monastery

Peoples at Tamerlane, Timur, mausoleum in Samarkand. Sammarcanda, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Courtyard of the Temple of Bel, Palmyra, Syria. Situated in an oasis in the Syrian desert halfway between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates

Syria, Damascus, Old Town, Bab Touma Quarter

Syria, Al-Zawiya Mountain Region, The Dead Cities, Al Bara, the most extensive of the Dead Cities

Traditional fur hats for sale. Itchan Kala, Khiva, Uzbekistan

Statue of Amir Timur (Tamerlane, 1336-1405). He was the founder of the Timurid Empire in Central Asia and became the first ruler in the Timurid dynasty. Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Reconstitution of a painting found in an interior of an old house in Catal Huyuk. This village was a very large Neolithic and Chalcolithic settlement in southern Anatolia

Turkish houses in Bebek district. Istanbul, Turkey

Ota Darvoza, the western gate to the old town of Khiva. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Uzbekistan

Map of the Mongol States c. 1280 AD and Marco Polo's travels. (print)
7420050 Map of the Mongol States c. 1280 AD and Marco Polo's travels. (print); (add.info.: Map of the Mongol States c. 1280 AD and Marco Polo's travels)

The unrolling of the Clouds:The world as known at the end of the 13th century , 1754 (illustration)
1578424 The unrolling of the Clouds:The world as known at the end of the 13th century , 1754 (illustration); (add.info.: The unrolling of the Clouds)

Peking, from 'The Book of Ser Marco Polo', 1903 (pen and ink on paper)
BAL115002 Peking, from 'The Book of Ser Marco Polo', 1903 (pen and ink on paper); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peking, c.1290, from 'The Book of Ser Marco Polo', ed. Yule, pub)

Jokhang c.1290, Grand Temple of Buddha, Lhasa, 1903 (print)
BAL34674 Jokhang c.1290, Grand Temple of Buddha, Lhasa, 1903 (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jokhang, Grand Temple of Buddha, Lhasa, Tibet, c.1290 plan from The Book of Ser Marco Polo)

Peking, c.1290, from "The Book of Ser Marco Polo", 1903 (print)
BAL34691 Peking, c.1290, from "The Book of Ser Marco Polo", 1903 (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: ed. Yule).

Middle East: Marco Polo's Itineraries I, 1903 (print)
BAL34683 Middle East: Marco Polo's Itineraries I, 1903 (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: Middle East: "Marco Polo's Itineraries I")

Taldyk pass road from Osh to Sary Tash, a part of Pamir Highway. Taldyk pass, Kyrgyzistan, Central Asia

Yodgorlik silk factory in Margilan, Fergana region, Uzbekistan

Syria, Damascus, Old Town, Christian Quarter, Bab Sharqi, Ruins of historic Roman Arch

Syria, Damascus, Old, Town, Azem Palace

Syria, Hama surroundings, 6th Century Byzantine Sandstone Palace of Qasr ibn Wardan, Church

Syria, crusaders castle of Krak Des Chevaliers (Qala at al Hosn), a UNESCO Site

Syria, Aleppo, the Dead Cities, Ruins of the Basilica of Saint Simeon (Qala at Samaan)

Syria, Euphrates river, Ath Thaura, Lake Al-Assad and Qalaat Jaabar Castle

City walls. Ark fortress, Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

Statue of Hoja Nasruddin, a semi-mythical storyteller who appears in Sufi teaching-tales around the world. Lyabi Hauz, a wonderful and relaxing plaza, the heart of city life in Bukhara

Rugs or carpets made of silk and cotton, a traditional art of embroidery. Suzanni (Suzani) Centre, Khiva. Uzbekistan

Uzbek bread in the food market. Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

Uzbek bread at the Siyob Bazaar. Samarkand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

Traditional dolls. Samarkand, Uzbekistan

The main gate to the Khuna Ark citadel. Old town of Khiva (Itchan Kala), a Unesco World Heritage Site. Uzbekistan

Traditional brooms for sale. Dekhon bazaar, Khiva. Uzbekistan

Registan square, a Unesco World Heritage Site, Samarkand. Uzbekistan

The old caravanserai of Saruhan on the Silk Road. Cappadocia, Turkey, Asia

Mount Kazbek (5047m), the third-highest peak in Georgia, bordering Russia, with the Gergeti Trinity Church on its slopes and the village of Stepantsminda. Khevi-Kazbegi region. Georgia, Caucasus

Uzbekistan, Khiva, the outer walls of the Khan palace

Uzbekistan, Khiva, Makhdoom Talib Madrasah

Uzbekistan, Khiva, a camel stands in front of the Mohammed Rakhim Khan Madrassah

Uzbekistan, Khiva, tombs along the walls surrounding Khiva old town

Uzbekistan, Khiva, the Khuna Ark citadel and the Kalta Minor minaret illuminated at sunrise

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, the gateway to the Ark fortress, UNESCO world heritage site

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Bahouddin Nakshbandi historical architectural complex

Uzbekistan, Bukhara, a display of traditional knives

Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Chorsu bazaar

Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Kosmonavtlar (cosmonaults) underground station

Uzbekistan, Khiva, an entrance to Khiva old town

Uzbekistan, Khiva, Pakhlavan Mahmoud Mausoleum, the tiled tomb of Pakhlavan Mahmud

Uzbekistan, Khiva, , Harem of the Tash Kauli complex, an Uzbek performer dressed in traditional costume

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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.