As the world's longest man-made canal, the Grand Canal is a vast waterway system in the north-eastern and central-eastern plains of China, (run) from Beijing in the north to Zhejiang province in the south.
The Grand Canal is a magnificent hydraulic (水利) project in human history. (construct) in sections from the 5th century BC onwards, it was completed in 611 AD due to the (establish) of Sui Dynasty and it reached a new peak in the Yuan Dynasty, linking five of China's main river basins. (original), it was built to transport grain and later (ship) other commodities.The regions along the canal gradually developed into the trade center of China it was considered as the economic artery (动脉) in ancient China. It also helped the evolution of Chinese culture enhancing communication between the south and the north.
The Grand Canal represents the (great) masterpiece of hydraulic engineering in the history of mankind. It is outstanding example of human creativity. Still a major means of internal communication today, it (play) an important role in ensuring the economic prosperity and stability of China over the ages.
