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The longest canal in the world is:
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Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal
Longest Canal Identification
The longest canal in the world is the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal.
This ancient and massive artificial waterway is located in China. Its construction spanned several centuries, starting as early as the 5th century BCE, with major expansions during the Sui Dynasty (581–618 CE). The canal stretches approximately 1,776 kilometers (1,104 miles) and connects the Yellow River and Yangtze River basins.
Key facts:
- Name: Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal (also known as the Grand Canal)
- Location: China
- Length: Approximately 1,776 km (1,104 miles)
- Significance: Vital for transportation, irrigation, and grain transport historically.
Other canals mentioned, such as the Erie Canal (USA), Sutlej-Yamuna Link Canal (India), and Indira Gandhi Canal (India), are significant but shorter than the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal.
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