Take a walk along the Great Wall of China

Travel in China China is not complete without a visit to the Great Wall. Celebrated as one of the greatest wonders of the world when UNESCO, the Great Wall of China as a World Heritage Site in 1987. They must not miss the magnificence of the architecture and the historical importance of this place for tourists.

It covers 8,851.8 km (5,500 miles) across the vast area of China, a monumental wall, this is mainly made of stone "Taipa" or earth,the use of wood and bricks is unknown. And 'zig-zag through plateaus, mountains, deserts and steppes. 2000 years of its existence, some do not have the parts, while others have completely ruined.

The wall was built was not intended to be a tourist destination, but rather the maintenance of peace in all of China. Huge barrier walls protected China from the invading Huns in 700 BC. The armies that were stationed on the wallprovided an early warning of any attack. Further improvements on the sequencing of other dynasties, followed by guard towers and cannons. It was during the Ming Dynasty, which undergo renovations that were made 200 years later. These efforts are, what we see the Great Wall today.

This great wonders of the world is one of the most attractive places in China. Its great length and strength of years had withstood the attack in 2000 and became a symbol of the countrytheir skills against the attempts of the time.

Some reports say that the Great Wall of China can be seen from the moon, while others argue that differ only in earth orbit. Whatever is true, argues that it is one of, if not only be seen by man, construction space.

Although an infinite charm offers for tourists, the landscape is different from the wall with every season. Snow covers the landscape and will have a cooling etherealExperience. Summer, with bright sunshine will delight you with the mountains and surrounding countryside.

Being overwhelmed by the vastness of the Great Wall and the experience of its mysterious beauty. Walk along the corridors, where guards watch without sleep to protect their territory. A tour along the Great Wall makes you understand the history and experience first hand on China as a book to read back in time.

There are also hikingGreat Wall from being a simple visit. You can contact security at some local tourist guide for your walk, while others prefer small groups. Only well-preserved sections are open to the public, while the broken parts will be closed for safety reasons. There are five of the eight sections, which are open to ordinary travelers and tourists.

The Great Wall is not only an obstacle that was once used for protection in times of China, but it has stood as a symbol of theirLabor and intellect, a monument to their history and timeless, a treasure for humanity.
Mao Zedong said: "Who has not climbed the Great Wall is not a real man." It may be China for the first time or second time to visit, explore one of the wonders of the world.