Maritime Silk Road

 Overview of the Maritime Silk Road The Maritime Silk Road , or Maritime Silk Road as it is commonly known, refers to the commercial network of the ancient Maritime Silk Road that linked China, Southeast Asia, India, the Arabian Peninsula, Africa and Europe. It thrived during the early 2nd millennium BC and reached its height during the 15th century. This period saw the development of the major trading routes including the Silk Road, Mediterranean Sea and Northern Ocean to facilitate the movement of Chinese goods to all parts of the world. A lot of attention has been paid by historians to the Maritime Silk Road as it was an important trade route for the expansion of the Silk Road. It was a result of the increased interaction of Chinese culture with different people of different lands, especially in relation to trade and culture. This was evident in the architecture of Chinese items, especially the furniture. It also gave rise to unique cultural practices and customs that were trans...