The reasons for digging the Grand Canal are as follows: (1) Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty toured the south by boat; (2) to open up the economy of the North and the South; (3) forced by the military situation at that time.
The Grand Canal was opened in the Sui Dynasty, with far-reaching historical significance and influence. I believe many people do not understand the reason for the excavation of the Grand Canal. Let’s give you a specific introduction.
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Reasons for the opening of the Grand Canal:
1. Emperor Yang, the then Sui Emperor, wanted to travel south by ship, so he ordered his ministers to open the Grand Canal.
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2. In ancient transportation, the rivers were dominated. The opening of the Grand Canal could open up the North and South economies, and in addition to consolidating the rights of the emperor.
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3. The military situation was relatively tense at that time, and the opening of the Grand Canal was forced by the situation at that time.
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4. The opening of the Grand Canal could strengthen the cultural exchanges between different regions and promote the economic and social development of the time.
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It takes a lot of manpower and material resources to open the Grand Canal, which consists of three parts: Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, Sui and Tang Grand Canal and East Zhejiang Grand Canal.