East of the Caspian Sea, the Mangystau region of western Kazakhstan is full of history and light on American travelers.

It was only after an hour of wandering through Itchan Kala, the walled inner city of Khiva, that I realised I hadn’t seen ...

The Tang Dynasty rose during a period of instability and created one of China’s greatest empires. Strong leadership ...

The historical action epic starring Christian Mortensen and Mahesh Jadu tells the story of 14th century conqueror, Amir Timur ...

While the usual East Asian spots remain popular, Uzbekistan has emerged as a compelling alternative for those wanting a mix ...

In 2026, a new private rail journey launches across the ancient Silk Road, with plush cabins, piano bars and a 22-day route ...

At Harvard University today, professors who teach Western history are history. James Hankins, a specialist in Renaissance ...

Mongolia’s Bogd Khan Uul was originally protected by an ally of Genghis Khan and is home to Bronze Age petroglyphs, ...

Migration is as old as humanity itself. In today's world, it ebbs and flows as nations change their border policies with the ...

The new policy allows U.S. travelers to stay for up to 30 days and explore Silk Road cities like Samarkand and Bukhara.

The Textiles from Dunhuang and A Comprehensive Collection of Chinese Silks Presentation of Achievements and Academic Symposium was held in Beijing China on 22 December 2025. This collaborative event ...