Duration: 15 Days
Overview
Throughout history, Gansu has been a crucial player in the development of Chinese civilization. Without Gansu, the Silk Road would not have been complete. This historic route facilitated trade and cultural exchange between the East and West, profoundly influencing the integration of human civilization. Gansu was the largest foreign trade gateway in ancient China along the Silk Road. Porcelain, silk, tea, and medicinal materials from the Central Plains were transported from the Western regions and Central Asia to the west coast of the Mediterranean through the Silk Road. Buddhism, walnuts, grapes, musical instruments, spices, and more were also brought back to China. Gansu is a significant location along the Silk Road, with numerous sites and cultural relics related to the ancient trade route, such as the Dunhuang Grottoes and Jiayuguan Pass.