Silk Road within China
These cities are located along Silk Road and often be included in Silk Road tour:
Xian, Lanzhou, Xiahe, Wuwei, Zhangye, Jiuquan, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Hami, Turpan, Urumchi.

History
Silk Road was first established for military and political purpose instead of trade.
The Silk Road originated in the 2nd century BC : ancient China seek allies to fight against Xiongnu's repeated invasion. Zhang Qian was sent by Han Wudi to the Western Regions. He was first the first person to travel Silk Road on this diplomatic mission in the Han dynasty (206 BC-AD 220).
The Silk Road become very busy and popular when Romans fall in love with the silk from China. During the Tang dynasty, 30% of the trade on the Silk Road was comprised of silk.

Silk Road Tour Routes
Many travelers come to visit Silk Road every year. You may choose different routes according to your timetable. Silk Road tour routes provided by Silkroadjoy.com are recommended by travelers in the past.