1001 Space Earth Nature History First Civilisations Ancient Egypt Biblical Times Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Chinese, Japanese Civilisations Indian Civilisation African Civilisation The Early Americas The Rise of Islam The Middle Ages The Renaissance Civil War and Revolution The Industrial Revolution Two World Wars 20th-century Achievements Human World Science and Technology	Why were canals made? In the 1700s, the cheapest way to transport heavy goods was by barge. But there wasn't always a suitable river connecting the inland towns with the ports, so canals (artificial waterways) were made instead.   Previous: Back Book: 1001 Section: History Chapter: The Industrial Revolution