the Travel Enthusiast
- 18 May
Tourist attractions on the Silk Road
Marco Polo was certainly not the only person who traveled on the famed Silk Road, but he was certainly one of the most famous, and in a way, he’s also probably one of the first European tourists to Asia. The Silk Road was used in the past as a trade route on which Chinese silk and other precious merchandise was exchanged between Asian and Mediterranean countries.Nowadays, the network of routes that make up the Silk Road are still used for trade, both on land and on sea But if you want to recreate the steps of the Medieval tradesmen who were just discovering Asia at the time, you can do so by visiting these tourist attractions on the Silk Road.
Ani, Turkey
The medieval city of Ani is in all respects a ghost town nowadays, although in the past it used to be the capital of Armenian Empire, and one of the most powerful cities in the Middle East.The ruined buildings that are still standing in Ani are surrounded by the rolling wilderness of the Turkish steppe. Due to the large numbers of former churches, cathedrals and palaces (some of which date back to the 10th century), Ani is sometimes nicknamed the city of a thousand churches.
Isfahan, Iran
Ask any local in Ispahan, and they will tell you that this is the most beautiful city in the world. This former ancient capital of Persia is famed for its exquisite carpets and filigree, carpets, and for its tree lined streets exuding a relaxed atmosphere. The mosques in Ispahan are some of the most colorful, intricate and beautiful in the world.Amritsar, India
This holy city in the state of Punjab is famed for its absolutely stunning Golden Temple, one of the most blindingly (literally) beautiful places of worship in India.
The city gets its name from the ‘pool of nectar’ around the temple. Other sights include Jallianwala Bagh, the labyrinth-like Mata Temple and the Summer Palace of the Maharajah Ranjit Singh.
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Urumqi is the most inland city in the world, that is, the city that is farthest away from any ocean. This place is a great destination that will give you a first taste of Xinjiang.Visit the Shuimugou hot springs, hike the Red Mountain, admire the displays at the Xinjiang Silk Road Museum and browse through the Grand Bazaar.
Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu was once thought to be the legendary Shangri-La, all because of its extraordinary beauty and peaceful atmosphere. There’s much to see in the Nepalese capital, such as the famous Swayambhu stupa, one of the most holy places in the country, or the Narayanhiti Palace Museum.
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