Building of the Grand Canal: 589-618 (jan 10, 589 – jun 9, 618)
Description:
The Grand Canal was a project by Yangdi to connect the northern and southern parts of the empire together. The Yangtze and the Yellow River were conjoined by the canal to improve trade and gain control over Southern regions of China.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 10, 589
jun 9, 618
~ 29 years