THE SILK ROAD IN UZBEKISTAN: HISTORICAL ROUTES, TRADE, AND CULTURAL EXCHANGE
Keywords:
Silk Road, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, Sogdiana, Bactria, Khorezm, caravan routes, trade relations, cultural exchange, historical development.Abstract
This article examines the emergence and development of the Silk Road and its entry into the territory of present-day Uzbekistan based on historical sources. As one of the most important transcontinental trade routes connecting the civilizations of the East and the West, the Silk Road played a crucial role in the economic, political, and cultural development of Central Asia. Particular attention is given to the historical regions of Sogdiana, Bactria, and Khorezm, which served as key hubs within the Silk Road network. The article also highlights the role of caravan routes in facilitating trade, cultural exchange, and the transmission of knowledge, religions, and technologies. The findings emphasize the strategic importance of Uzbekistan’s territory as a central link in the Silk Road system.
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