Jun 23, 2018
How the world's longest rail service creates a new era of trade in Chengdu.
Silk Railroad
Historian Sam Willis teams up with Journalist Li Qiuyuan to dig into historical legacies of the past and explore how today's rail link compares to the caravans of the past - from Yiwu, the most eastern terminus of the China-Europe Railway Express to Chengdu; the busiest train station in China's Southwestern province of Sichuan.
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Jun 23, 2018
How modern day rail link is changing China trades with the west.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Silk Railroad Season 1 premiere?
Silk Railroad Season 1 premiered on June 23, 2018.
How many episodes are in Silk Railroad Season 1?
Silk Railroad Season 1 has 2 episodes.
What is the first episode of Silk Railroad Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Chengdu". It aired on June 23, 2018.
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