From ancient waterways built thousands of years ago to modern shipping routes that keep the global economy moving, the world’s longest canals are engineering achievements on an extraordinary scale. These artificial waterways connect rivers, lakes and seas, opening up trade routes that would otherwise require ships to travel thousands of extra miles.

This countdown explores 15 of the longest canals on Earth, revealing their fascinating histories, impressive engineering and surprising impact on international commerce. From China’s historic Grand Canal to Egypt’s world-famous Suez Canal, these waterways demonstrate how human ingenuity has reshaped transportation, agriculture and entire regions.! Don’t forget to leave a comment and follow us also on Facebook.