TED-ED: The Silk Road: Connecting the ancient world through trade - Shannon Harris Castelo

The video explores the history of global exchange, tracing its roots to the Silk Road, a network of trade routes that connected various civilizations over 2,000 years ago. It highlights the cultural and technological exchanges facilitated by the Silk Road, including the spread of Buddhism, Islam, and gunpowder. The decline of the Silk Road due to new maritime technologies and the collapse of Mongol rule is discussed, along with its lasting impact on global trade and exploration. The video concludes by comparing historical globalization with today's interconnected world.

How did the spread of Buddhism and Islam along the Silk Road influence cultures in Asia?

What technological advancements contributed to the decline of the Silk Road?

What were the consequences of the collapse of the Mongol rule on the Silk Road?