Silk Road
The Silk Road was an ancient network of trade routes connecting East and West.
Internal
Defines key internal geographic features that structure the landscape.
Central Asia
A vast, landlocked region of deserts, mountains, and steppe that served as a central corridor for Silk Road caravans.
Caspian Sea
A large inland sea bordered by five countries, historically a terminus and transit point on the western end of the Silk Road.
Nearby
Highlights major geographic or cultural regions adjacent to the Silk Road.
Tian Shan Mountains
A major mountain range providing passes and natural barriers between the steppe and oasis regions, crucial for overland transit.
Bordering
Lists large political and geographic entities that directly contain or border areas of the Silk Road.
China-Mongolia-Central Asia
A broad cross-border region encompassing northern China, Mongolia, and parts of Central Asia, reflecting the cultural and geographic span of the Silk Road.