Studying ancient world trade networks remains one of my favorite topics to introduce and discuss with students. The constant exchange of cultures, and subsequent syncretism that has occurred to create a whole new world of culture is fascinating to me.
This time lapse video does a great job of encapsulating the journey, and the energy of the world's oldest trade route....
Timelapses from the Silk Road from Chris Northey on Vimeo.
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
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