THE GRAND CANAL GALLERY
The Grand Canal in China connects the south and the north and links the past and the present. Over centuries, the canal has been flowing through cities, not only facilitating transport between southern and northern China, but also affecting the lifestyles of people living along the route.
01 A BEAUTIFUL CANAL
The Grand Canal is a world-renowend cultural wonder created by the Chinese nation. Linking the past with the present and connecting southern and northern China, the ancient canal has stringed together a number of cities to form a glistening pearl necklace. Even today, it still emits endless charm like a beautiful wash-and-ink painting.
02 A CHARMING CANAL
The Grand Canal nurtures more than 3,000 cities and over 10,000 ancient towns along the route, and fosters unique cultures and folk customs on both banks. Over more than 2,000 years, and canal has flowed ceaselessly. It has fostered the profound Grand Canal culture that serves as a major icon of Chinese civilization. The flowing Grand Canal retains its past glory. The numerous cultural heritage sites along the canal remind people of its long history and splendid culture.
03 A PROSPEROUS CANAL
When night falls, both banks of the Grand Canal are lit up, creating a glowing vista. The canal gives birth and prosperity to cities long the watercourse. The canal links one and another cities, fostering a millennia-old culture with infinite vitality. Those cities interconnect with the world, erecting a bridge of mutual learning among civilizations.
