The 2,500-year-old Grand Canal is a flowing epic of transformation. Its major sections still function, together with the network of highways, in the country's course of development.[Photo provided to China Daily]
China is home to 56 UNESCO World Heritage sites. To find out how these natural and cultural gems still shine and continue to inspire the nation in this new era of development, China Daily is running a series of reports covering 10 groups of selected sites from across the country. In this installment, experience the flow of progress as we welcome you on cruise along the 2,500-year-old Grand Canal.