World Heritage - Badaling Great Wall in Beijing
by Jack

November19

World-wide renowned and enjoying a high prestige in China as one of the top attractions, Badaling Great Wall is worth while exploring with a trip to China.

Brief info about Beijing Badaling Great Wall
Badaling Great Wall

There are several sections of the Great Wall, but Badaling boasts as the most representative and best restored section which enchants all the visitors from home and abroad. It zigzags upon the mountain for about 7.6 kilometers and the construction of it dates back to a long time ago. And it has served as one of the most important military stronghold for the protection of the capital back in ancient times. It has stood proudly around Beijing city for over thousands of years; nowadays it serves as one of the top attraction to visit in China. It also is home to a large number of historical and cultural relics as well as a series of supporting facilities which provide the visitors with ultimate Great Wall experience.

Features of Beijing Badaling Great Wall
Badaling Great Wall

Looking from afar, Badaling is made of two sections which snake along upon the mountains. The scenery is quite spectacular and mind-blowing looking on the wall. The wall is very solid with the stone steps connecting the watch towers on the wall. The best way to explore the Great Wall is go for a hike on the wall. From the foot of the hill to the highest point, the landscape is unfolding before your eyes, very magnificent and awe-inspiring. There are numerous angles for taking pictures on the wall. The Great Wall aside, there is the Great Wall Museum worth exploring too. The museum will give you an insight into the history and origin of the wall and help you to see soothing behind the wall. In the museum, there are a large number of antiques and documents available. In addition, there is a movie theater near the wall, which will give you a Great Wall experience from another perspective. For exploring the Great Wall, there are a few items worth carrying like a pair of walking shoes and sunglasses.

All in all, Badaling Great Wall is worth a whole day to explore or combine with other tourist attractions like the Forbidden City and the Ming Tombs. As one of the few World Heritages in Beijing, Badaling Great Wall will provide you with an insight into the essence of Chinese engineering feats.

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