Dujiangyan Irrigation System
A 2,200-year-old engineering marvel that still controls flooding and irrigates the Chengdu Plain today.
History & Background
The Dujiangyan Irrigation System, built in 256 BC by Li Bing, is the world's oldest surviving irrigation project still in use. Without dams, it controls flooding and irrigates the Chengdu Plain using a system of levees and channels. The engineering marvel has protected the region from floods for over 2,200 years and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What to See & Do
- Fish Mouth levee dividing the Min River
- Flying Sand Weir diverting sediment
- Bottle-Neck Channel controlling water flow
- Anlan Suspension Bridge crossing the river
- Erwang Temple honoring Li Bing and his son
Visitor Tips
- Hire a guide to understand the engineering principles
- Cross the Anlan Suspension Bridge for views
- Visit Erwang Temple for historical context
- Combine with a visit to nearby Qingcheng Mountain
- Allow 2-3 hours for the irrigation system
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