Question

Why is the Grand Canal one of the greatest engineering achievements of the ancient world? Name one similar marvel of modern engineering from another part of world. Why should your chosen example be considered great?

Answer 1

Explanation:

the force of falling water is utilised to produce

Answer 2

In the north-eastern and central eastern plain of China the Grand Canal forms a vast inland waterway network that passes across 8 of the provinces of China. It stretches from Beijing city (north) to South Zhejiang Province. The canal was built in parts from the 5th century BC it is considered  as a unified form of communication for the first time in the 7th century AD, for the Empire  (Sui dynasty)

Explanation:

• The Grand Canal, due to its ancient heritage and massive scale, and its constant creation and adaptation to the circumstances of the times, constitutes the greatest hydraulic engineering achievement in human history.
• It provides concrete examples of human intelligence, determination and bravery. It is a fascinating example of human ingenuity, demonstrating technological ability as well as a skills of hydrology in a large rural empire, which comes directly from ancient China.
• The Grand Canal is the world's longest and oldest canal. The development of hydraulic engineering is exceptional and ancient. The invention from before the Industrial Revolution was a crucial accomplishment.
• The Grand Canal includes revolutionary examples of hydraulic technologies and especially early examples. It also shows unique know-how in the construct of weirs, dykes and bridges and the original and advanced use of materials like and rammed earth and stone, as well as the use of mixed materials (such as straw and clay ).