Visitors view culture relics on display at the exhibition hall of the Anyang Museum on Nov 19, 2014. [Photo/Xinhua]

An archeological exhibition opened in Anyang city of Central China's Henan province on Nov 19, 2014, to embrace a major breakthrough of China's South-to-North Water Diversion project.

Henan Cultural Relics Bureau displayed nearly 4,000 cultural relics of all kinds unearthed in cities like Nanyang, Xuchang, and Anyang, in a 2,400-square meter exhibition hall. The objects showcased the historical and cultural background of these areas.

The exhibition is free and will remain open for three years.

The first phase of the middle route for China's South-to-North Water Diversion project will soon begin operation, transferring water from the Hanjiang River to thirsty cities in north China.