World Heritage Site UNESCO

On the edges of Guan Country is DujiangyanDujiangyan, one of China’s earliest irrigation systems, begun over 2,200 years ago

Begun by Li Bing and his son, the system irrigates the area around Minjiang River and has continually expanded

It’s still in use today, though with modern equipment instead of stones and bamboo

In 256 B.C., Li BingLi Bing, Magistrate of Shu Kingdom (Ancient Sichuan) based on the ancestors’ experiences in water-controlling, built the DujiangyanDujiangyan

The ancient dam in Dujiangyan is not only a miracle in the history of world water conservancy, but also a scenic spot with green mountains and clean rivers.

The temples are of primitive simplicity; the air is clear and fresh; and Anian Bridge runs across the river.

The best place to see the system is at Fulong Temple, built in AD 168 during the Han dynasty in honor of Li Bing and his son

The Guanlan Bridge is the highest point in the temple complex and overlooks the river.

In the buildings are artifacts related to Li Bing and in the main hall is a 3m tall, 4.5-ton statue of him that was thrown into the river as a sacrifice

Photo imagery:Photo imagery:

Simona Ţicrea

Arrangement:Arrangement:

Sanda Foişoreanu

2007

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