Running the Silk Road: Ria Xi’s Epic 20,000 km Journey to Lisbon
27-year-old Ria Xi is attempting a historic 20,000 km run from Vladivostok to Lisbon, crossing 17 countries along the ancient Silk Road over 14 months.
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Rare Tang Dynasty Pottery Horse Unveils Secrets of the Silk Road
A rare black-glazed pottery horse from the Tang Dynasty offers a captivating look at the cultural and commercial exchanges along the ancient Silk Road.
Digital Innovation Breathes New Life into Xinjiang’s Qiuci Museum
The Qiuci Museum in Kuqa City, Xinjiang, is leveraging VR and 3D technology to revitalize Silk Road history, sparking a surge in young visitors.
Urumqi: The Vibrant Hub Where History and Modern Ambition Meet
Discover how Urumqi is blending its Silk Road heritage with modern entrepreneurship to become a premier hub of opportunity in Xinjiang.
Yining’s Vibrant Tapestry: A Journey Through Culture and Harmony in Xinjiang
Explore Yining, Xinjiang, where the historic Liuxing Street showcases a century of ethnic harmony and the colorful legacy of the Silk Road.
Xinjiang Eyes Southern Region to Drive Silk Road Tourism Growth
Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region targets southern Xinjiang as a key Silk Road destination to drive economic growth and cultural exchange under the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Echoes of the Silk Road: Tajikistan’s Cultural Legacy in the Tang Capital
Explore the profound cultural ties between Tajikistan and the Tang Dynasty, where music and poetry traveled alongside silk and spices on the ancient Silk Road.
Tang Dynasty’s Cultural Confidence: How an Ancient Empire Made Foreign Trends Its Own
The Tang Dynasty didn’t just copy foreign trends from the Silk Road; they transformed them, showcasing a timeless lesson in cultural confidence and adaptation.
Tang Dynasty Silver Box Reveals Ancient Cultural Fusion
A gilded Tang Dynasty silver box with winged-lion motifs exemplifies the era’s artistic elegance and the profound cultural exchanges along the ancient Silk Road.
Tang Dynasty Silver Tray: A Silk Road Masterpiece of Cultural Fusion
A Tang Dynasty gilt silver tray combines Sogdian and Chinese motifs, showcasing the cultural exchange along the Silk Road.
Tang Dynasty’s Gold & Silver Animal Motifs: A Tale of Cross-Cultural Exchange
Explore how animal motifs on Tang Dynasty gold and silver wares reveal a rich history of cultural fusion across Eurasia.
Tang Dynasty Gold and Silver: A Fusion of Cultural Motifs
Tang Dynasty gold and silver wares feature decorative motifs that blend indigenous Chinese traditions with foreign influences, showcasing a unique artistic fusion from a golden age.
A Stroll Through Time: Dressing Up in Ancient Kashi
A walk through ancient Kashi in traditional Uygur attire reveals the living cultural tapestry of this historic Silk Road city.
Xi’an Hosts Global Mayors’ Dialogue on Tech-Driven Urban Growth
Global mayors convened in Xi’an to discuss how technology and culture can drive sustainable, high-quality urban development, resulting in a new consensus for Silk Road cities.
Tang Dynasty Banquet Reveals Silk Road’s Golden Legacy
Gold and silver artifacts from a Tang Dynasty banquet reveal how Silk Road exchange fueled a golden age of cultural fusion and cosmopolitan luxury.
Tang Dynasty Silver Cup Highlights Cultural Exchange Along Silk Road
A Tang Dynasty silver cup discovered in Shaanxi reveals scenes of aristocratic life and stands as evidence of vibrant cultural exchange along the ancient Silk Road.
Tang Dynasty Artisans Mastered the Art of Cultural Fusion
Tang Dynasty artisans didn’t just copy Silk Road designs; they innovatively adapted Central Asian motifs to suit Chinese lifestyles, showcasing historical cultural fusion.
Chinese Embassy in D.C. Opens Doors to Shaanxi’s Silk Road Wonders
The Chinese Embassy in Washington D.C. opens to the public on May 2, inviting visitors to explore the rich cultural heritage of Shaanxi province, the historic starting point of the Silk Road.
Tang Dancing Horses: A Toast to Art and Ancient Exchange
A gilded Tang Dynasty flagon depicting dancing horses offering a toast reveals a vibrant history of cultural exchange between ancient China’s heartland and nomadic steppe cultures.
Huili Ancient Town: A Living Relic on the Southern Silk Road
Explore Huili Ancient Town, a remarkably preserved Ming Dynasty military town and key stop on the Southern Silk Road, featuring unique architecture and a rich scholarly history.