Shamiram Canal

other · 2000 AD – 2099 AD

The "Shamiram canal", also referred to as the "Semiramis canal", is located to the east of Van, Turkey, and runs for some 45 miles to Lake Van. On the basis of epigraphic evidence, its original construction is attributed to King Menua of Urartu.

Coordinates
40.32241, 44.42747
Also known as
Menua Canal (en), Menua Canal (en)
Dating
attested

Sources

See Shamiram Canal on the map →

Shamiram Canal — Ancient Maps