Travel
the famed Silk Road of China on a tour sponsored by Oakton Community
College. One two-week trip is offered in 2005, departing July 31.
Start
in Beijing and travel the world's oldest international highway, once
traveled by Marco Polo, and learn about the religious art, belief
systems, and specialized goods of India, Central Asia, and the Middle
East. Next, visit the city of Xi'an and meet with Chinese students
at a local university. Along the journey, travelers will meet with
residents of Kashgar and share lunch with a Uygar family. Finally,
explore the sounds, smells, and excitement of the bustling markets
of Urumqi. Additional itineraries also are available.
For more information, including costs and complete tour details, call
Bea Cornelissen at 847-635-1812.