GREAT WALL, BEIJING, CHINA

HISTORY....

The Great Wall was originally built in the Spring and Autumn, and Warring States Periods as a defensive fortification by the three states: Yan, Zhao and Qin. It went through constant extensions and repairs in later dynasties. It began as independent walls for different states when it was first built, and did not become the "Great" wall until the Qin Dynasty. Emperor Qin Shihuang succeeded in his effort to have the walls joined together to fend off the invasions from the Huns in the north. Since then, the Wall has served as a monument of the Chinese nation throughout history.

INFO:

The Great Wall, one of the greatest wonders of the world, was listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1987. Just like a gigantic dragon, the Great Wall winds up and down across deserts, grasslands, mountains and plateaus, stretching approximately 8,851.8 kilometers (5,500 miles) from east to west of China. With a history of more than 2000 years, some of the sections are now in ruins or have disappeared. However, it is still one of the most appealing attractions all around the world owing to its architectural grandeur and historical significance.

Construction:

The mystery of the construction of the wall is amazing. The construction, which drew heavily on the local resources for construction materials, was carried out in-line with the local conditions under the management of contract and responsibility system. A great army of manpower, composed of soldiers, prisoners and local people, built the wall. The construction result demonstrates the wisdom and tenacity of the Chinese people. 

Culture:

Great Wall carries a considerable part of Chinese culture. It has long been incorporated into Chinese mythology and symbolism. The most well-known legend is about the collapse of a section of the Wall caused by Meng Jiangnu, who cried bitterly over the death of her husband after he died while building the wall. This legend has been spread widely through textbooks, folk songs and traditional operas.

                              


                                                 

ADDITIONAL INFO:

For the climbing of the Great Wall, strong footwear is needed! In summer, please prepare for sunblock, sunglasses and water.

Jinshanling Great Wall:

Entrance Fee: RMB 30 

Opening Hours: 08:00 to 16:50 

Hiking time: two hours

Badaling Great Wall:

Entrance Fees: RMB40 (Nov. 01 to Mar. 31); RMB 45 (Apr. 01 to Oct. 31) 

Opening Hours: 06:40 to 18:30 

Hiking Time: Two and a half hours 

How to get there: Take Bus 919. 

Or take tourist bus 

No. 1 at Front Gate ( Qianmen ); 

No. 2 at Beijing Railway Station; 

No. 3 at East Bridge; 

No. 4 at Xizhi Gate or Beijing 

Juyongguan Great Wall:

Entrance Fee: RMB 45 

Opening Hours: 07:30 to 17:30 

Hiking Time : Two hours 

How to get there: 

Take tourist Bus Route as below: 

Take No. 1 at Front Gate ( Qianmen ) 

Take No. 2 at Beijing Railway Station 

Take No. 3 at East Bridge 

Take No. 4 at Beijing Zoo or Xizhimen Gate Top

Mutianyu Great Wall:

Entrance Fee: RMB35 

Opening Hours: 07:30 to 17:30 

Hiking Time: Two and a half hours 

How to get there: Take Bus no 916

Simatai Great Wall:

Entrance Fee: RMB 35 

Opening Hours: 08:00 to 17:00 

Hiking Time: Two hours 

How to get there: 

Take the 970 bus out of Beijing to Miyun and hire a taxi from there.

                                 

                                  

THAT'S ALL ABOUT GREAT WALL IN BEIJING.....(@~@)