What is Guangzhou's historical connection to the Silk Road?
A major terminus
A minor trading post
A military outpost
Unrelated to the Silk Road
Answer
Guangzhou was a major terminus of the maritime Silk Road, serving as an important port and transportation hub. Its strategic location on the Pearl River allowed it to become a center for trade and commerce.
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