ancient trade route

Ancient trade routes were networks of pathways used by traders to exchange goods, ideas, and culture across regions. These routes often connected distant civilizations, such as the Silk Road linking China to the Middle East and Europe. They could include land routes over mountains and deserts or sea routes across oceans and seas. These routes facilitated economic growth, cultural exchange, and technological development, shaping the interconnected world long before modern transportation. Despite challenges like geography and terrain, ancient trade routes played a crucial role in shaping civilizations and spreading innovations globally.