This is not a voyage that many travelers experience; it's often overlooked in favour of more accessible and famous destinations in China. But for adventurous travelers looking for something (true) different, backpacking the Chinese Silk Road brings glorious rewards.
In history, the Silk Road included many routes that connected east and south Asia to Mediterranean Europe, so (name) because the largest goods traded down the route were Chinese silk.
Several historical(branch) in the road mean that you have options when (decide) your route. China's northwest is historically one of (it) least connected regions. The Jiayu pass, where the impressive Jiayuguan Fort was built in the 1370s, (mark) the end of the Great Wall.
The region spreads over 2,400 km, most of is separated by vast areas of desert. The region is now connected by high-speed rail, making getting around easy thing. If taking an overnight train trip, equip yourself food and plenty of bottled water before you start. Trains also usually sell beer and wine, but at high prices, so be sure to pack your own, as having a ganbei is a great way (meet) locals and make friends while traveling.
