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Turkey: Why the Legendary Nation is an Important Actor on the Silk Road
How Turkey is re-emerging as a global hub for trade and travel, and the significance of the tea and coffee in Turkish tradition.
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Lyon: Heart of the European Silk Industry
Lyon is the go-to-place for high quality French silk. Fashion House Chanel and Birkin bag maker Hermes set up their manufacturing plants in the region.