Hey fam! Big news for culture buffs and eco-warriors: 4 epic irrigation sites on the Chinese mainland just got the World Heritage stamp! 🌍💧
This went down at the 76th International Executive Council Meeting of the International Commission on Irrigation & Drainage in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, according to the Chinese mainland Ministry of Water Resources.
The latest additions are:
- Yuanyang Hani Terraces – those iconic stepped rice fields that look like art straight out of a painting.
- Chishan Lake Irrigation System – a clever network of canals that has kept fields lush for centuries.
- Jianjiangyan Irrigation System – one of the world’s oldest water-management wonders.
- Mentougou Ancient Canals of the Yongding River – these historic waterways once powered local farms around Beijing.
With these in the lineup, the Chinese mainland now boasts 42 World Heritage irrigation sites! 🎉 That’s ancient engineering flex with serious sustainability vibes.
Why care? These sites are living proof that our ancestors had mad skills in managing water – think of it as the OG version of smart irrigation tech. 🌱 Next time you’re sipping iced tea or hiking rice terraces in Bali, remember: efficient water use has been a game-changer for centuries.
Stay tuned for more heritage highlights! 📲
Reference(s):
4 Chinese sites added to World Heritage Irrigation Structures list
cgtn.com
