The Age and Origin of Karez Systems of Silk Road Oases around Turpan, Xinjiang, P.R. of China

Pages: 359 - 378
Published: Jan 1, 2019
Abstract
Age and origin of ancient famous Karez water systems in the oases of the Turpan Basin are open questions in geoarchaeological and historical research. Four hypotheses exist: (a) invention during Han dynasty more than 2000 years ago, (b) transfer of technology from Persian Qanat’s more than 3000 years ago, (c) independent invention of local Uyghur people in the 15th century, and (d) late invention during the Chinese Qing dynasty (19th century)....
Paper Details
Title
The Age and Origin of Karez Systems of Silk Road Oases around Turpan, Xinjiang, P.R. of China
Published Date
Jan 1, 2019
Pages
359 - 378
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