GREAT SILK ROAD: “THE UNITY OF EAST AND WEST”

The article is disscussed about Great Silk Road Caravan Trade and its routes. This road which has a history of 2500 years, has not only created economic relations connecting the states and peoples along it, but also led to the emergence of ethnic relations. These relations can be considered a great development path the Turkich world. The scientific importance of Silk Road has always been in the center of interest of researchers. Unfortunately, due to political factors, researchers have approached this subject superficially and have not been seriously engaged in its comprehensive study. This international trade route, stretching approximately 7,000 kilometers and passing through neighborhoods, cities, and large settlements, succeeded in uniting peoples across a vast area.