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Is India on the silk road?
Yes, Trade on the Silk Road was signification the development of the Indian sub-continent.
Who traded silver on the silk road?
Indian
Who profited from the Silk Road and why?
The Silk Road primarily benefited merchants and traders who facilitated the exchange of goods between the East and West, including silk, spices, precious metals, and textiles. Various empires, such as the Roman, Persian, and Mongol, profited through taxation of trade and the establishment of safe passage for caravans. Additionally, local economies along the route thrived by providing goods, services, and protection to travelers. The cultural exchange also enriched societies, leading to advancements in art, science, and technology.
Was the silk road covered with silk?
no, the silk road was NOT covered with silk The "Silk Road" was the "road" which silk traveled from Asia to Europe.
Was the silk road smooth?
No the Silk Road was not smooth. The Silk road was actually a road that was used for trading. The main item traded along the Silk Road was silk that is why it is called the silk road.
How are the silk road and the Indian Ocean the same?
Both were trading routes between Europe and the far east. The silk road carried silk to Europe, while the Indian Ocean carried spices part of the way from Pacific islands and neighboring countries to the middle east for trans shipment to Europe.
What is the difference between the eastern silk road and the western silk road?
The eastern silk road is mostly desert and the western silk road is mostly mountains
Was the Silk Road one continuous road or a series of routes?
The Silk Road was a series of routes that came off of the main Silk Road. The Silk Road consisted of the main Silk Road, minor routes and sea routes which were used later in the Silk Road's history, when the Silk Road became dangerous.
Why was the silk road called road if there was no actual road?
The Silk Road was a route not a road and it wasn't made of Silk either. You can always call it the Silk Route.
What are some similarities between Silk Roads and Indian Ocean trade?
The Silk Road is a trade route that links Europe and Asia together. The Indian Ocean trade routes link India, west Africa, and Europe together. Although they are different in that the Indian Ocean trade is overseas and the Silk Road is overland, they are the same in that they both spread religion, and they both traded goods to Europe.
What did Paris use the silk road for?
Paris was not part of the silk road the last stop in the Silk Road was Rome.
How wide is the silk road?
the silk road is approximately 6,437 kilometers and 4,000 miles
