Augustow Canal, Poland-Belarus
From series “Greatest Man-Made Waterways and Channels”Year: 1839.
The Augustow Canal links the Vistula River with the Neman River. It is located in the territory of two republics - Poland and Belarus. The first vessels passed through the canal in 1839, which reflects its historic importance. The canal acquired its name after the Polish town of Augustow since the initiative of its construction was originally introduced by Poland. The purpose of building of about 101-km waterway has been very clear. The Augustow Canal has been planned to operate for timber floating.
The new waterway has also actively been used by trading ships. In the first half of the 20th century the canal became a tourist waterway and an attraction of the region. The canal provides a direct link between 7 lakes and 11 rivers and is surrounded by fabulously beautiful landscaping. For active leisure time the canal offers enthralling cruises, kayaking and rafting down the canal in canoes. Fishing is one of the main entertainment attractions that people enjoy near this place.
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