The Great Wall of China is the world's longest-man-made structure, stretching over 21,196 km across nothern China.
It was built to protect Chinese Empires against nomadic invasions from the north. Built in stages from the 7th century BC until the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644).
Most famous sections near Beijing like Badaling, Mutianyu and Juyongguan were built during the Ming Dynasty using solid stone and bricks.
The Great Wall of China was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
The Jinshangling section of the Great Wall, which is administrative-wise located in Luanping County, Chengde City, Hebei Province.
It was rebuilt in the late 16th century under the direction of the famous Ming Dynasty General Qi Jiguang.
The Badaling Great Wall is the most famous, highly restored and frequently visited section of the Great Wall of China.
Situated in Yanqing District, approximately 80 km northwest of downtown Beijing. It was built during the Ming Dynasty to serve as a critical military outpost guarding a vital moutain pass.
Highly developed for tourism with smooth ramps, handrails, cable cars, and pulleys, making it the easiest section to climb for families and elderly travelers.
The Hushan Great Wall located near Dandong, Liaoning Province, China. This section marks the absolute easternmost terminus of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall.
The large stone base inscription reads "万里长城东端起点" which translates directly to "The Starting Point of the Eastern End of the Great Wall."
It was originally constructed in 1469 AD during the Chenghua era of the Ming Dynasty. The wall stretches over Tiger Mountain right along the bank of the Yalu River, which acts as the natural border separating China and North Korea. A famous narrow strait nearby called Yibukua ("One Step Across") allows visitors to look closely into North Korean territory.
Constructed during the Ming Dynasty (around 1368-1644).
Built in 1372 under the Ming Dynasty, it is historically known as the "First and Most Majestic Pass under Heaven", marked the boundary of ancient Chinese civilisation. Beyond its gates lay the vast, unforgiving Gobi Desert.
The wall rises 7 to 8.5 meters high and stands 4 to 5 meters wide. It was reconstructed using solid granite slabs during the Ming Dynasty under the supervision of General Xu Da and reinforced later by General Qi Jiguang.
Built under the direction of Ming General Qi Jiguang, the fortification was specifically designed to repel maritime invasions from northern nomadic tribesand pirates.
Visiting the Great Wall of China is absolutely worth it, as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.
Hj Zulheimy Maamor
Lembah Keramat, K.L
19 June 2026:10.00 p.m



