Scientists Discover Ancient Silk Production in Uzbekistan Nearly 2,000 Years Before the Silk Road

Scientists Discover Ancient Silk Production in Uzbekistan Nearly 2,000 Years Before the Silk Road

Archaeologists have discovered evidence of ancient silk production in Uzbekistan, dating back nearly 2,000 years before the Silk Road. The findings challenge the traditional timeline for silk production in the region. The discovery was made at the Sapalli Tepe archaeological site, where ancient silkworm cocoons and mulberry tree remains were found. This indicates that local sericulture was established long before the Silk Road trade routes developed. The discovery has significant implications for our understanding of the history of silk production.