Karez Wells

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Karez Wells is part of the Tentative list of China in order to qualify for inclusion in the World Heritage List.

Turpan water system, called Karez, is a vertical tunnel system adapted by the Turpan (Turfan) people. There are more than 1400 Karez wells in Turpan. Karez wells are a successful application of the sinking technology of the Central Plains in the area. In the oasis of Turpan, Karez wells nourish the crops, nurture the people in this oasis and provide water sources for the passing merchants who are traveling through the great desert.

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Site Info

Full Name
Karez Wells
Country
China
Added
2008
Type
Cultural
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Site History

2008 Added to Tentative List

Site Links

Unesco Website: Karez Wells

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Karez Wells (T)
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