Desert Oasis: The Fin Garden of Kashan
In Desert Oasis: The Fin Garden of Kashan, host Joanna Lumley visits a garden that was built in 1590 by channeling an ancient spring to bring flowing water to the desert. The water in this garden flows even during times of drought. The technology used to bring water to the surface has since been used in many other parts of the world. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Joanna Lumley’s Silk Road Adventure, a documentary series uncovering the rich history and cultural treasures of the Silk Road.
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Q: Why do you think the water from the Fin Garden is considered a "miracle"?
A: The water is considered a miracle because it continues to flow even in the middle of a desert and during droughts, which is rare.
Q: How did the canals in Kashan change how people used water in the desert?
A: The canals allowed people to bring water to areas that would otherwise be dry and uninhabitable, transforming the desert into a productive, livable space.
Q: What do you think the importance of the Fin Garden is for other parts of the world?
A: The water system developed at the Fin Garden has influenced other countries, such as China, to develop similar irrigation systems.
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