Indeed, more information about each other could be gained exactly in times as the one or the other became stronger and could start some programs toward the other. |
It is worth noting that the north line of the Silk Road was opened also at the beginning of the 1st century AD. |
It was an important point in both systems to build a military road along the limes, as well as a row of beacon towers in a strict sequence. Also the military centers and bigger forts are similar in the Roman and in the Chinese constructions. |
The Chinese Empire seems to be interested in Western connections, at least in Central Asia. |