Flowing treasure
By Cang Wei in Nanjing | China Daily | Updated: 2018-01-01 08:09
The longest man-made river in the world - the Grand Canal - is a UNESCO heritage site and famous tourist destination
The Grand Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the longest man-made river in the world and a famous tourist destination as well. And the river has been flowing for 2,500 years.
It was the "golden waterway" for transportation in ancient times. But now, it has become a treasure trove of cultures and a corridor of scenic spots and cultural innovation.
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