For centuries, waterways have provided an avenue for trade and transportation, as well as a needed resource for agriculture. UNESCO has deemed the Jing-Hang Grand Canal a World Heritage Site, as it continues to be an avenue for regional economic and cultural growth, exactly as intended 1,500 years ago. Our Host James Chau dives into the history and significance of China’s famous canalways.
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