China, Silk Road - Jiaohe Ancient City

The video explores the historical and geographical significance of Jiaohi, a city in the Yarnaz Valley near Turpan. It highlights Jiaohi's role as a capital along the Silk Road, its unique geographical defenses, and its architectural layout. The city, built on a plateau, lacked traditional walls due to natural cliffs. Jiaohi's districts included residential, administrative, and religious areas, with a population of 7,000. The city was eventually abandoned after a Mongol invasion. Archaeologist Oral Stein's exploration and the site's excavation history are also discussed.

Who were the earliest settlers of the Yarnaz Valley?

• The Kirghiz

• The Mongols

• The Han Dynasty

• The Tocharians

What natural feature provided defense for the city of Jiaohi?

• Thick city walls

• Dense forests

• Moats

• Steep cliffs

Which dynasty's records mention the population of Jiaohi?

• Jin Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Southern and Northern Dynasties

What was a unique feature of Jiaohi's architecture?

• Stone carvings

• Wooden structures

• Buildings dug from earth

• Use of marble

Who was the archaeologist that explored the ruins of Jiaohi?

• Arthur Evans

• Heinrich Schliemann

• Oral Stein

• Howard Carter

What was the primary purpose of the Warehouse District in Jiaohi?

• Military supply storage

• Religious ceremonies

• Residential housing

• Trade and commerce

What was the Southern Buddhist Temple in Jiaohi known for?

• Being a trade center

• Its large population

• Being a cave temple

• Its wooden architecture