It was located near many rivers, streams, and the ocean. In Document 2, you can see the Huang-He or the Yellow River as well as the Chang-Jiang River. Both of these rivers flow through most of the civilizations in China. The benefits of this are there would always be drinking water and food like fish. Also in Document 4, The Legend of Yu states “I opened the passages for the streams throughout the nine provinces, and conducted them to the sea. I deepened the channels and canals, and conducted them to the streams.” This meaning Yu saw the benefits and advantages of having streams and rivers throughout