Ancient Irrigation System in Mohuchahan Valley, China (IMAGE)

Washington University in St. Louis

Ancient Irrigation System in Mohuchahan Valley, China

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An ancient irrigation system along the Tian Shan mountains of China allowed the cultivation of crops in one of the world's driest climates.

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Image courtesy of Yuqi Li, Washington University in St. Louis.

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