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Ling Canal  (Guilin)
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The Ling Canal (Ling Qu) runs adjacent to the small town of Xing'an, about two hour's drive to Guilin's northeast. Construction of the canal began during the reign of China's first emperor Qin Shihuang (221 - 210 BC) with the aim of supplying  troops and uniting the empire. The canal is a masterpiece of ancient Chinese irrigation and is one of the oldest canals in the world.


The benefits of building the canal were many. By linking the Xiang River and the Li River (the same that passes through Guilin) with a canal, Emperor Qin was able to keep his troops supplied with food and money, as well as providing a means of irrigation for surrounding farm lands. This development lead to the increasing prosperity of the area. The canal spans a distance of 34 kilometers (21 miles) in total. 

 

 
Admission:RMB 40 (includes boat ride)  Hours:8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.  How to get there:The market town of Xing'an, the seat of Xing'an County, is about 70 kilometers north of Guilin and reachable by a bus that departs from the long distance bus station daily at 11:30 am. Xing'an can also be reached by train (No. 2514) from Guilin as well as by minibuses that leave from the Guilin Railway Station regularly. After arrival in Xing'an, a cab or three-wheeled motorcycle (sanlunche - seats two) can be hired to take you to the canal. 
 
 
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