The book of The Silk Road gives introduction to each of the famous historical cities, famous scenic spots and tour routes along the more than 2000-year-old Silk Road. The book strives to demonstrate in a completely new angle to readers the enormous famous historical and cultural scenic spots and relics in the China section of the Silk Road and their historical background, and scientific and artistic value. Purpose of the book is to help more foreign friends to conduct desert exploration, scientific investigation, travel and sightseeing along the ancient and mysterious Silk Road.
Main part of The Silk Road contains word introduction to Shaanxi, Gansu and Qinghai provinces and the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region along the Silk Road, supplemented with photos and maps highlighting each of the famous historical cities, famous scenic spots and tour routes. The introduction includes summary, capital city and famous historical and cultural sites and relics, with special emphasis given to the introduction of restaurants, hotels, transport facilities, entertainment and shopping. The maps mark the location of tour sites in the provinces and the region and beautiful photos help readers to have a vivid impression on the famous historical and cultural sites.
The Silk Road is a travel book specially designed to help foreign friends to have a comprehensive understanding of the China section of the ancient Silk Road. Quality printing and beautiful layout-design substantially increase the book¡¯s value for collection.

Language: English
Format: 285 ¡Á 210 mm
Pages: 48
Colour: Full colour
Publisher: SinoMaps Press