Author : Saira ramzan
Keyword : Gandhāra, cultural, historical, trade, routes
Subject : Social sciences
Article Type : Original article (research)
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Abstract : A fascinating story of cross-border cultural interaction that enhanced civilizations throughout Asia is revealed by the historical connection between Gandhāra and the Silk Road. The Silk Road, a complex web of antiquated trade routes that connected China to the Mediterranean, served as an extraordinary conduit for the transfer of cultures as well as a means of facilitating the interchange of products. Located at the core of the historic Silk Road, With its blend of Greco-Roman and Indian elements, the Gandhāra n School of Art made a lasting impression on Asian art. As a centre for the promotion of Buddhism, it promoted both spiritual and intellectual development. Gandhāra served as a scholarly and traveller meeting place where a variety of knowledge was exchanged. The Silk Road's trade increased the wealth and cultural diversity of the area. The residue of this enormous cultural interaction may be seen in the ideas, art, and religion that still influence and mold our modern world. The purpose of the study paper is to trace the growth and development of this dynamic trade while offering a thorough historical overview of the Gandhāra region and its significance as a crossroads of cultures along the Silk Route. Gandhāra and the Silk Route is a fascinating story of cultural fusion and exchange that enriched civilizations across Asia. It was a melting pot of Greek, Indian, Persian, and Central Asian influences, influenced by the Hellenistic legacy, Buddhist art, Gandhāra art, and trade. Its influence continues today.
Article by : Dr Syed Aftab Alam
Article add date : 2024-01-15
How to cite : Saira ramzan. (2024-January-15). The gandhāra and the silk route: a great cultural exchange. retrieved from https://www.openacessjournal.com/abstract/1478