What was the result of the development of the silk road?

Question

It brought new ideas such as Buddhism to China.
It made travel easier between northern and southern China.

Answer 1

It facilitated cultural exchange and the spread of knowledge and ideas between different regions and civilizations.
It promoted economic growth and the development of trade networks.
It contributed to the globalization of economies and the interconnectedness of different regions of the world.
It stimulated the development of cities and urban centers along the route.