The Grand Canal can be said to be the longest inland canal in the world with a very long history. After more than 2,000 years of wind and rain, the Grand Canal can be said to have witnessed the changes in China and the rise and fall of many dynasties. The Grand Canal we refer to today was a channel for dredging during the Qianlong period. In fact, the Grand Canal was first established in the Sui Dynasty, when Emperor Yang Di organized the construction of the Grand Canal. At that time, although the Grand Canal consumed a lot of manpower, material resources and financial resources, it did play a great role, which not only facilitated the economic and trade of the Delta, but also strengthened the control of the court over the Jiangnan area.
At that time, the appearance of the Grand Canal shortened a long distance and facilitated people's lives. At that time, the Grand Canal was the traffic artery between north and south, and half of the world's property passed through it, which promoted the development of coastal cities. However, with the development of history and the progress of science and technology, the Grand Canal has lost its former influence.
However, the Grand Canal is of great historical significance. It has also been included in the South-to-North Water Diversion Project, and it has become the historical and cultural heritage of China. The Grand Canal has such a long history, combined with politics and economy, and maintained the life of countless dynasties, which is very protective.