Canal steeped in history continues to charm
4 years, 4 months ago

Canal steeped in history continues to charm

China Daily  

The Lingqu Canal in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region is one of the world's oldest and most well-preserved artificial canals. Three decades on, though motorboats have taken hold of the tourist market, a punting tour, guided by punters like Ai on the Lingqu Canal in South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, has become an iconic experience not to be missed. Lingqu is one of the world's oldest and most well-preserved artificial canals and was built more than 2,000 years ago during the Qin Dynasty to serve the emperor's ambition of conquering the tribes dotted in mountainous South China. In 2017, the surrounding region was listed as a national water conservancy scenic spot, and one year later, the Lingqu Canal was inscribed on the World Heritage Irrigation Structures.

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Ancient Chinese canal drives tourism boom in S China's Guangxi
1 month ago

Ancient Chinese canal drives tourism boom in S China's Guangxi

China Daily  

Photo shows a dam on the ancient Lingqu Canal in Xing'an county, Guilin city, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Lingqu Canal, an ancient artificial canal in Xing'an county, Guilin city, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, is driving tourism growth after recent restoration efforts. Tourists enjoy a boat trip on the ancient Lingqu Canal in Xing'an county, Guilin city, …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

Young visitors to Lingqu learn more about the waterway. CHINA DAILY Successful blend Today, the Lingqu Canal "stands as an important cultural heritage and a multifunctional hydraulic project serving irrigation, flood control, water supply and tourism", altogether offering a successful blend of tradition and innovation ranging from trade to tourism. "Following the unification of ancient China under the Qin Dynasty, …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

A Lingqu boat ride allows visitors to take in the lush greenery lining the canal. Protecting Lingqu's rich legacy for everyone includes its structures, surrounding environment and water quality, said Bi Huangwen, secretary of the Xing'an county Party committee. "We will strengthen the environment along the canal, maintain and restore its scenic spots and cultural relics and uphold high water …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

An aerial view of Lingqu Canal, which dates back to the Qin Dynasty. FU HONGYUAN/FOR CHINA DAILY Ancient waterway poised to tap deep heritage channeling tradition with innovation toward sustainable future, Alexis Hooi and Zhang Li report in Guilin, Guangxi. Ji's sense of duty reflects the latest efforts to preserve and promote Lingqu's physical, cultural and social value — the …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

An aerial view of Lingqu Canal, which dates back to the Qin Dynasty. FU HONGYUAN/FOR CHINA DAILY Ancient waterway poised to tap deep heritage channeling tradition with innovation toward sustainable future, Alexis Hooi and Zhang Li report in Guilin, Guangxi. Ji's sense of duty reflects the latest efforts to preserve and promote Lingqu's physical, cultural and social value — the …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

Young visitors to Lingqu learn more about the waterway. CHINA DAILY Successful blend Today, the Lingqu Canal "stands as an important cultural heritage and a multifunctional hydraulic project serving irrigation, flood control, water supply and tourism", altogether offering a successful blend of tradition and innovation ranging from trade to tourism. "Following the unification of ancient China under the Qin Dynasty, …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

A Lingqu boat ride allows visitors to take in the lush greenery lining the canal. Protecting Lingqu's rich legacy for everyone includes its structures, surrounding environment and water quality, said Bi Huangwen, secretary of the Xing'an county Party committee. "We will strengthen the environment along the canal, maintain and restore its scenic spots and cultural relics and uphold high water …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

An aerial view of Lingqu Canal, which dates back to the Qin Dynasty. FU HONGYUAN/FOR CHINA DAILY Ancient waterway poised to tap deep heritage channeling tradition with innovation toward sustainable future, Alexis Hooi and Zhang Li report in Guilin, Guangxi. Ji's sense of duty reflects the latest efforts to preserve and promote Lingqu's physical, cultural and social value — the …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

A Lingqu boat ride allows visitors to take in the lush greenery lining the canal. Protecting Lingqu's rich legacy for everyone includes its structures, surrounding environment and water quality, said Bi Huangwen, secretary of the Xing'an county Party committee. "We will strengthen the environment along the canal, maintain and restore its scenic spots and cultural relics and uphold high water …

In full flow
4 months, 1 week ago

In full flow

China Daily  

An aerial view of Lingqu Canal, which dates back to the Qin Dynasty. FU HONGYUAN/FOR CHINA DAILY Ancient waterway poised to tap deep heritage channeling tradition with innovation toward sustainable future, Alexis Hooi and Zhang Li report in Guilin, Guangxi. Ji's sense of duty reflects the latest efforts to preserve and promote Lingqu's physical, cultural and social value — the …

Collaborative insights on Lingqu Canal protection offered in Guilin
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Collaborative insights on Lingqu Canal protection offered in Guilin

China Daily  

The 2024 Lingqu Canal Forum. On July 26, the 2024 Lingqu Canal Forum opened in Xing'an county, Guilin. Experts and scholars gathered by the historic Lingqu Canal to discuss the protection and preservation of canal culture, contributing their insights into the application of Lingqu as a world cultural heritage site, preparations for the 2026 World Canal Conference, and the development …

Collaborative insights on Lingqu Canal protection offered in Guilin
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Collaborative insights on Lingqu Canal protection offered in Guilin

China Daily  

The 2024 Lingqu Canal Forum. On July 26, the 2024 Lingqu Canal Forum opened in Xing'an county, Guilin. Experts and scholars gathered by the historic Lingqu Canal to discuss the protection and preservation of canal culture, contributing their insights into the application of Lingqu as a world cultural heritage site, preparations for the 2026 World Canal Conference, and the development …

Meet Yangzhou, where the Grand Canal begins
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Meet Yangzhou, where the Grand Canal begins

China Daily  

The Mausoleum Park of Sui Emperor Yang Guang. For many Chinese, ancient poetry verses are on the tip of the tongue whenever the name of Yangzhou is uttered. Enchanted, countless poets such as Li Bai, Du Mu, and Su Dongpo penned poems, weaving their admiration for the city in the vibrant tapestry of Chinese poetry. The Grand Canal, an umbilical …

Meet Yangzhou, where the Grand Canal begins
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Meet Yangzhou, where the Grand Canal begins

China Daily  

The Mausoleum Park of Sui Emperor Yang Guang. For many Chinese, ancient poetry verses are on the tip of the tongue whenever the name of Yangzhou is uttered. Enchanted, countless poets such as Li Bai, Du Mu, and Su Dongpo penned poems, weaving their admiration for the city in the vibrant tapestry of Chinese poetry. The Grand Canal, an umbilical …

Meet Yangzhou, where the Grand Canal begins
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Meet Yangzhou, where the Grand Canal begins

China Daily  

The Mausoleum Park of Sui Emperor Yang Guang. For many Chinese, ancient poetry verses are on the tip of the tongue whenever the name of Yangzhou is uttered. Enchanted, countless poets such as Li Bai, Du Mu, and Su Dongpo penned poems, weaving their admiration for the city in the vibrant tapestry of Chinese poetry. The Grand Canal, an umbilical …

Historic Lingnan waterway receives national recognition
1 year ago

Historic Lingnan waterway receives national recognition

China Daily  

On Nov 22, the Lingqu water conservancy scenic area was the only location in Guangxi to be acknowledged as a typical case for the high-quality development of national water conservancy in 2023. Known as one of the oldest artificial canals in the world, the Lingqu Canal is regarded as one of the three ancient water conservancy projects in China, along …

Historic Lingnan waterway receives national recognition
1 year ago

Historic Lingnan waterway receives national recognition

China Daily  

On Nov 22, the Lingqu water conservancy scenic area was the only location in Guangxi to be acknowledged as a typical case for the high-quality development of national water conservancy in 2023. Known as one of the oldest artificial canals in the world, the Lingqu Canal is regarded as one of the three ancient water conservancy projects in China, along …

Historic Lingnan waterway receives national recognition
1 year ago

Historic Lingnan waterway receives national recognition

China Daily  

On Nov 22, the Lingqu water conservancy scenic area was the only location in Guangxi to be acknowledged as a typical case for the high-quality development of national water conservancy in 2023. Known as one of the oldest artificial canals in the world, the Lingqu Canal is regarded as one of the three ancient water conservancy projects in China, along …

Lingqu Museum joins Inland Waterways International
1 year, 9 months ago

Lingqu Museum joins Inland Waterways International

China Daily  

Lingqu Canal On Feb 21st, Lingqu Museum successfully joined the Inland Waterways International. Lingqu Museum, through its specialized exhibitions titled "Lingqu Culture Display" and "Chronicles of Ancient Town", presents a three-dimensional portrayal of Lingqu Canal, the most significant cultural heritage site in Xing'an. The museum vividly showcases the profound influence of Lingqu Canal in fostering crucial political, economic, and cultural …

Lingqu Museum joins Inland Waterways International
1 year, 9 months ago

Lingqu Museum joins Inland Waterways International

China Daily  

Lingqu Canal On Feb 21st, Lingqu Museum successfully joined the Inland Waterways International. Lingqu Museum, through its specialized exhibitions titled "Lingqu Culture Display" and "Chronicles of Ancient Town", presents a three-dimensional portrayal of Lingqu Canal, the most significant cultural heritage site in Xing'an. The museum vividly showcases the profound influence of Lingqu Canal in fostering crucial political, economic, and cultural …

Is 1,000-Year-Old Lingqu Canal Tied to the Ancient Maritime Silk Road?
2 years ago

Is 1,000-Year-Old Lingqu Canal Tied to the Ancient Maritime Silk Road?

China Daily  

In addition to the world-famous Lijiang River, Guilin in Guangxi Province also has the Lingqu Canal, a man-made canal honored as the "Pearl of the World's Ancient Water Conservancy Architecture." CNS: As the "Wonder of the World Water Conservancy History" and the "Pearl of the World's Ancient Water Conservancy Architecture," what is the unique value of the Lingqu Canal? In …

Is 1,000-Year-Old Lingqu Canal Tied to the Ancient Maritime Silk Road?
2 years ago

Is 1,000-Year-Old Lingqu Canal Tied to the Ancient Maritime Silk Road?

China Daily  

In addition to the world-famous Lijiang River, Guilin in Guangxi Province also has the Lingqu Canal, a man-made canal honored as the "Pearl of the World's Ancient Water Conservancy Architecture." CNS: As the "Wonder of the World Water Conservancy History" and the "Pearl of the World's Ancient Water Conservancy Architecture," what is the unique value of the Lingqu Canal? In …

Saga of the Grand Canal: Masterminds of milestones
3 years, 10 months ago

Saga of the Grand Canal: Masterminds of milestones

China Daily  

The 3,200-kilometer Grand Canal dates back nearly 2,500 years. 605-610: Emperor Yang of Sui commissions canal centering on Luoyang Sui Dynasty Emperor Yang ordered a massive canal project from AD 605 to 610 centered on Luoyang, in today’s Henan province, as the “eastern capital” of his united empire. Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty Southern Song Dynasty: Canal connecting Hangzhou …

Canal steeped in history continues to charm
4 years, 4 months ago

Canal steeped in history continues to charm

China Daily  

The Lingqu Canal in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region is one of the world's oldest and most well-preserved artificial canals. Three decades on, though motorboats have taken hold of the tourist market, a punting tour, guided by punters like Ai on the Lingqu Canal in South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, has become an iconic experience not to be missed. …

Ancient canal trickles back as popular retreat
4 years, 4 months ago

Ancient canal trickles back as popular retreat

China Daily  

In 2019, the Lingqu Canal scenic spot received more than 300,000 visitors, up by 9.31 percent compared with the previous year. Three decades on, though motorboats have taken hold of the tourist market, a punting tour, guided by punters like Ai on the Lingqu Canal in South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, has become an iconic experience not to be …

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