The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the UK, is an impressive feat of 18th-century engineering designed by Thomas Telford. This 11-mile-long canal features the iconic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a 126-foot-high cast iron and stone structure that carries the waterway over a river valley, making it the tallest navigable aqueduct in the world. Recognized for its historical and architectural significance, the site exemplifies the ingenuity of the Industrial Revolution and attracts visitors for its scenic beauty and engineering marvel.

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