A Legacy of Engineering, Resilience, and Human Connection

A Legacy of Engineering and Resilience

The Yellow River Conservancy Commission, under the Ministry of Water Resources, has announced the first batch of 20 heritages related to the management of the Yellow River. These relics, primarily engineering sites, span centuries of human interaction with this mighty river.

From ancient dikes and sluices to dams, irrigation projects, and hydrological stations, these relics offer a tangible record of the Yellow River's management. Their construction stretches from the Qin and Han dynasties to the socialist revolution and construction period.

These heritages stand as testaments to the ingenuity and resilience of the people who have lived alongside the Yellow River for millennia. They hold immense historical, technological, ecological, cultural, and social value, reflecting the evolution of management concepts, engineering techniques, and construction practices across different eras.

The selection of these heritage sites follows guidelines issued earlier this year, aiming to promote high-quality management and protection of such invaluable resources. The commission plans to further enhance the management and utilization of these sites, exploring their historical significance and contemporary value to better narrate the stories of the Yellow River.

This initiative aims to gather spiritual strength for the promotion of high-quality development of water resources management in the Yellow River basin. By preserving and sharing the legacy of the Yellow River, we can learn from the past and build a more sustainable future for this vital waterway.