At the heart of the Chinese mainland's Sichuan Province lies Yuzui—literally "Fish Mouth"—a striking 500-meter stone tip slicing through the Minjiang River.
Built over 2,000 years ago as part of the legendary Dujiangyan Irrigation System, Yuzui is one of its three main components. This ingenious structure splits the river into Inner and Outer Rivers, taming floods and channeling water for the fertile Chengdu Plain.
Through centuries, Yuzui has been carefully maintained—first with cobblestones, and in modern times reinforced with concrete and steel—blending ancient engineering wisdom with contemporary upgrades.
As climate challenges intensify, this 2,000-year legacy offers a living blueprint for sustainable water management and resilient design, inspiring entrepreneurs, students, and thought leaders worldwide.
For travelers and digital nomads seeking immersive history and ecological insight, standing at Yuzui's tip is a journey into how ancient creativity still shapes communities today.
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Live: Discovering Yuzui – the water-dividing wonder of Dujiangyan
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