One of the few and rare man-made structures to be visible from space, this is truly an epic and breathtaking sight. This string of stone fortresses spans 8,851.8 km (5,500.3 mi), including actual walls, trenches, hills, and rivers. The Great Wall of China was originally built to protect and defend the Chinese Empire from Xiongnu during several dynasties.
The Great Wall is accessible from Beijing by bus - about a 2 or 3 hour drive. Try to get to the Badaling portion, which is restored and safer. If you go in the summer be ready for scorching temperatures...and beware of freezing temperatures during the winter as well.
The Great Wall of China, aside from being one of the biggest tourist magnets, has been an attraction to many world leaders and celebrities.
Stay at: Jinshanling Hotel at the Great Wall
This courtyard styled hotel, lying at the base of the Great Wall, allows visitors to spend the night as an alternative option to sleeping on the wall. A convenient restaurant offers both western and Chinese style breakfast. Standard rooms offer hot showers, western toilets, and Chinese TV. Deluxe rooms with private courtyard and living rooms are available as well.
Ph. (+8610) 8532-2274
Beijing, China
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