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Silk Road
The Silk Road was a network of ancient trade routes, formally established during the Han Dynasty of China in 130 BCE, which linked...
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Map of the Silk Road During the Late 8th Century
In the late 8th century CE, the interconnected caravan routes later termed the “Silk Road” formed a...
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Islam
Islam is an Abrahamic-monotheistic religion based upon the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ibn Abdullah (l. 570-632 CE, after whose name...
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Mongol Empire
The Mongol Empire (1206-1368) was founded by Genghis Khan (r. 1206-1227), first Great Khan or 'universal ruler' of the Mongol peoples...
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Map of the Mongol Empire
A map of the Mongol Empire at its greatest extent, showing capitals and major cities.
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Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan (aka Chinggis Khan) was the founder of the Mongol Empire which he ruled from 1206 until his death in 1227. Born Temujin...
