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How to travel the Silk Road?
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Are you ready for an epic adventure along the historic Silk Road? In 2026, you can retrace this ancient trade route starting in the vibrant city of Xi'an, China. From there, journey through the stunning Kashgar Prefecture, traverse the mountains to Osh, and explore the culturally rich Fergana Valley. Continue your quest to the iconic cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. Though you'll navigate north of the Caspian Sea into Russia and the Caucasus, each stop promises unforgettable experiences and a vibrant slice of history.
Let's say I want to retrace the Silk Road in 2026. I know the cities changed over time, but what's the best (most historical) way to do it? My current estimate is...
Start in Xi'an, then go to the Kashgar Prefecture of China, then over the mountains to Osh, then into the Fergana Valley (although I'm reading the actual city of Fergana is recent). Then head onwards to Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva.
Unfortunately, I can't enter Turkmenistan or Iran, so I would have no choice but to go north of the Caspian Sea into Russia then to the Caucasus and Istanbul.
USA Passport, but hoping to get Italy soon.
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