Silk Road Collection (#19)

Turkey, Cappadocia, Love Valley, Landscape with rock formations
Goreme Valley in Cappadocia, Turkey

Ms Fr 2810 f. 59v, Mythical animals in the wilderness, from Livre des Merveilles du Monde
XTD69811 Ms Fr 2810 f.59v, Mythical animals in the wilderness, from Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Ms Fr 2810 f. 55v, Dragons and other beasts, from Le Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c
XTD69809 Ms Fr 2810 f.55v, Dragons and other beasts, from Le Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Ms Fr 2810 f. 188, Navigators using an astrolabe in the Indian Ocean, from the Livre
BAL52739 Ms Fr 2810 f.188, Navigators using an astrolabe in the Indian Ocean, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

2920949; out of copyright

2920948; out of copyright

2920947; out of copyright

Ms Fr 2810 f. 14v, Marco Polo with elephants and camels arriving at Hormuz on the
BAL38966 Ms Fr 2810 f.14v, Marco Polo with elephants and camels arriving at Hormuz on the Gulf of Persia from India, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde

Facsimile of the frontispiece from the first German edition of The Travels of Marco Polo
BAL34673 Facsimile of the frontispiece from the first German edition of The Travels of Marco Polo, Nuremberg, published 1477 (litho) by German School

Map of Central Asia, 1834 (colour litho)
XCF282016 Map of Central Asia, 1834 (colour litho) by Arrowsmith, John (1790-1873); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Ms Fr 2810 f. 72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from the
XIR220421 Ms Fr 2810 f.72, The Great Khans soldiers take the island of Sypangu, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) (see also 176644) by Boucicaut Master

Samarkand, 1869-71 (oil on canvas)
XIR167065 Samarkand, 1869-71 (oil on canvas) by Vereshchagin, Vasili Vasilievich (1842-1904); 51x43 cm; Museum of Art, Serpukhov, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Ms Esp 20 panel 4, Merchants travelling to Cathay, China, following in Marco Polos footsteps
XIR158651 Ms Esp 20 panel 4, Merchants travelling to Cathay, China, following in Marco Polos footsteps, detail showing the family of Marco Polo traveling by camel caravan

Head of a statue of Buddha, from Bezeklik, 9th-10th century (painted clay)
BAL165784 Head of a statue of Buddha, from Bezeklik, 9th-10th century (painted clay) by Xingjiang; height:23 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Hazreti Shakh-i-Zindeh Mausoleum in Samarkand, 1869-70 (oil on canvas)
BAL134997 Hazreti Shakh-i-Zindeh Mausoleum in Samarkand, 1869-70 (oil on canvas) by Vereshchagin, Nikolai Stepanovich (1770-c.1813); 26.8x36.6 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Ruins of Dehistan near Balkanabat, Silk Route, Balkan Province, Turkmenistan

Robat-e Zayn al-Din Caravanserai, built by the Safavid government of Kerman on the Silk Road, Yazd, Iran

Herd of Sheep near Sayram Lake, Ili, Xinjiang

Vegetables packed in plastic
Selling vegetables in the bazaar. Khiva, Silk Road, Unesco World Heritage Site, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Turabeg Khanym Complex, Konye-Urgench
The Turabeg Khanym Complex in Konye-Urgench, Turkmenistan

City walls, ancient Silk Route town of Khiva, Uzbekistan

Ancient Silk Route town of Bukhara, Uzebekistan

Khiva skyline
Domes and minarets of Khiva inner city against the blue morning sky

Chor Minor (Four Minarets)

The Registan, Samarkand, Uzbekistan
The Registan of Samarkand, one of the most emblematic cities of the silk road, in Uzbekistan, Central Asia.This view is from the garden, back of the Cher-Dor Madrassah and Tilla Kori Madrassah

Ak Saray (Tamerlanes summer palace), Shakhrisabz)
Ak-Saray Palace or theSummer Palace of Timur (also Tamerlan or Tamerlane), the White Palace was planned as the most grandiose of all Timurs constructions

Rhubarb cultivation, 16th century
Rhubarb cultivation. 16th-century artwork of a Jewish merchant (left) supervising the cultivation and harvesting of a rhubarb plant

Restored 11th-century Karakhanid minaret called the Burana Tower in Kirghizstan, Central Asia

Huge ancient grinding wheels and Burana Tower, Kirghizstan, Central Asia

Asia, Uzbekistan
Brightly colored building detail Burkhara, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Typical Uzbek textiles Bukhara, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

China, Shaanxi, Xian. Horse of the Terra Cotta warriors and pits, a UNESCO World Heritage site

China, Shaanxi, Xian. Hands of a Terra Cotta Warrior, close up

China, Shaanxi, Xian. Terra Cotta warriors and pits, a UNESCO World Heritage site

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Silk Road: A Journey Through Time and Culture Embark on a captivating journey along the ancient Silk Road, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes intertwine. From the majestic Palmyra ruins in Syria to the grand mausoleum of Tamerlane in Samarkand, this legendary trade route holds countless wonders waiting to be discovered. Begin your expedition at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Palmyra in Syria. Explore the remnants of an ancient civilization as you wander through the enchanting Theatre and immerse yourself in its rich history. Step into a bygone era at the Courtyard of the Temple of Bel, marveling at its architectural splendor that has stood against time's relentless passage. Continue your odyssey towards Uzbekistan, where Turabeg Khanum Mausoleum stands as a testament to Timur's reign. Admire its intricate design and pay homage to one of Central Asia's most influential figures. In Bukhara, let Kalon Mosque captivate you with its grandeur while Khiva enchants with its well-preserved city walls and ornate buildings. As you traverse through Syria once more, Damascus beckons with its Old Town charm within Bab Touma Quarter. Lose yourself amidst narrow alleyways filled with vibrant markets and traditional houses that whisper tales from centuries past. Venture further into Al-Zawiya Mountain Region to discover The Dead Cities; among them lies Al Bara - an extensive site showcasing abandoned settlements frozen in time. The it also reveals hidden gems beyond historical sites – such as Mount Kazbek standing tall on Georgia's border with Russia. Its snow-capped peak offers a stunning backdrop for adventurers seeking natural beauty amidst their cultural exploration. Let this 150-word caption serve as an invitation to embark on an unforgettable voyage along the fabled Silk Road – a tapestry woven together by diverse civilizations across time and space.