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This research aims to investigate the importance of the Grand Canal in supporting the Yuan Dynasty's imperial administration across a culturally fragmented China.

June 4, 2026Open Access

Waters of Unification: The Yuan Grand Canal as an Engine of Imperial Administration

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This research aims to investigate the importance of the Grand Canal in supporting the Yuan Dynasty's imperial administration across a culturally fragmented China.
Analyzed the redesigned and extended Grand Canal under Yuan rule
Utilized GIS modeling to evaluate transport efficiency
Incorporated archaeological evidence to assess economic connections
The redesigned Grand Canal significantly improved transport efficiency for essential goods and commodities.
Porcelain usage as a proxy highlighted increased cultural exchange facilitated by the canal.
The study illustrates how the canal reshaped economic connections across the Yuan Empire.

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Explores the Grand Canal's impact on governance and economy in the Yuan Dynasty, indicating its logistical importance.

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Xiaoxuan Yang (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2117bfd499ed480b170989 https://doi.org/10.6082/tdkda-fgm40

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