In Xinjiang, an ancient water system still serves
By Mao Weihua in Urumqi and Xing Wen in Beijing |
chinadaily.com.cn |
Updated: 2021-12-16 16:22
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The city's cultural heritage bureau has been using money received from the National Cultural Heritage Administration for preservation of the wells in recent years. More than 7 million yuan (around $1.1 million) has been used to repair and reinforce the karez irrigation system in Turpan this year.
"Protecting the wells is about preserving our history and culture," said Li Gang, a researcher. "The ancient irrigation system also helps boost the local tourism. We plan to renovate another 15 karez wells next year."
