The publication has been prepared in the framework of the “History ofCentral Asia” international research project, initiated by the InternationalInstitute for Central Asian Studies (IICAS).The study focuses on the role of Islam in flourishing and advancement ofthe Great Silk Road. Source works of Islamic authors, presented in thepublication, contain data on geography, history of the region and routenetwork of Islamic states. It describes cities and distances between them,offering a comprehensive overview of the global routes.The publication is intended for specialists and a wide audience interestedin the history of Central Asia.