The Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal is the earliest and longest man-made canal in the world. With a total distance of more than 1700 kilometers, it starts from Beijing and ends in Hangzhou. The Grand Canal plays a great role in the exchange of economy and culture between southern and northern China, especially in the industrial and agricultural development in the canal line area.

Yangliuqing, located in Tianjin's Xiqing District, is renowned for its role in historic water transportation and its vibrant cultural heritage. This ancient town combines rich folk art with unique northern Chinese architecture, making it a significant cultural tourism destination.

Editor: Xu Zhitian