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🌊 The Grand Canal
Hua County and Xun County Section of Wei Canal (Yongji Canal)


🕐 2 min read · Updated 2 Apr 2026 at 05:11

UNESCOUNESCO World Heritage Site

📌 Fast Facts
  • Part of the Grand Canal, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014
  • 18-kilometer stretch considered the best-preserved section of the Wei Canal
  • Built during the Sui Dynasty (581–618 AD)
  • Connects five major river systems: Haihe, Yellow, Huai, Yangtze, and Qiantang Rivers

The Hua County and Xun County Section of the Wei Canal (Yongji Canal) represents a vital segment of ...

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