Which chinese dynasty was the most active in trade?
Arguably, the Han dynasty should be the most active in trade, for it established the Silk Route in 114 BCE, enabling cultural and technological transmission between China, India, Asia Minor and the Mediterranean countries. Trade on the Silk Routes, 8000km long, was a significant factor in the development of the great civilizations of China, India, Egypt, Persia, Arabia, Rome, and Byzantium and helped to lay the foundations for the modern world in several respects. The disappearance of the Silk Road following the end of the Mongols was one of the main factors that stimulated the Europeans to reach the prosperous Chinese empire through another route, especially by sea. Tremendous profits were to be obtained for anyone who could achieve a direct trade connection with Asia. Thus, the impact of the Silk Routes played an important role in the developments of many countries.
