Beijing is not only the political center of China, but it is also the most strategic city in the north. Many dynasties in Chinese history actively built walls in this area. Among many historical ruins of the Great Wall in Beijing, the wall built during the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) is the most often seen and best preserved, running over 373 miles and containing about 827 city wall platforms, 71 passes and countless towers. The famous Great Wall sections include the Badaling, Huanghuacheng, Mutianyu, Jiankou, Gubeikou, Jinshanling and Simatai great wall.
If you want to experience the culture and enjoy the beauty of the Great Wall, meandering along the bricks of the Badaling Great Wall is your first choice. It is famous for its deep-rooted culture, magnificent sights and complete military facilities - the essence of the Great Wall. You may find many pictures of it in magazines and guide books and printed on stamps. Being the must-see section of the Great Wall, it is sometimes flocked with visitors especially during holidays.
You may want to avoid the peak seasons or visit the Mutianyu Great Wall instead. It is even more beautiful and has fewer tourists. If you are nostalgic for old times, the Simatai and Gubeikou sections should be on your itinerary. These two sections are well maintained in their original states. The strong, primitive walls enhance the beauty of the wilderness.
If you are energetic and daring, adventures on the Huanghuacheng and Jiankou sections await you.
Beijing Great Wall
The steep peaks and broken bricks will challenge your courage and curiosity. Remember to bring complete a mountaineering outfit, food and water. Water is unavailable on the wild sections.
Different sections of Beijing's Great Wall can satisfy many different interests. Come and explore your favorite one!
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hi, i'm going to beijing at the end of march/2010. i m staying in the center of beijing city, is any day tour to THE GREAT WALL (BADALING) and MING TOMBS?
THANK YOU for your help!
Feb. 9,2010 03:40 Mr.email replied:
Yes, we can arrange it for you. You can email us at tours@travelchinaguide.com
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Jan. 30,2010 23:11
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Ms.Abigail(usa) said:
I will arrive in Beijing on March 12,2010- What is the average weather temperature during that time of the year? Will there be snow? If I go to see the Great Wall w/ a tour group,it shouldn't be a problem not being able to go because of the weather?
Feb. 2,2010 20:38 Mr.Jack replied:
Hi, Beijing is windy and cold in March, but snow is rare to see. You still need wear warm at that time though it is spring on calendar. If you go to see the Great Wall with a tour group, you will be well arranged by the schedule. The Great Wall is generally reachable at any weather, Don't worry!
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Jan. 5,2010 17:46
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Mr.Zee(USA) said:
Hi, I want to visit the wall at Mutianyu, but not sure if the road is accessible after the heavy snow. Has anyone been there after the snow? Thanks!
Jan. 5,2010 20:29 Mr.Vincent replied:
Hi, I went there last year and I met snow. But the road was not closed and the wall was also beautiful in snows. You'd better watch the weather forecast before you go and don't go there in heavy snow though the road may open but the slippery stairs are annoying.
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Dec. 30,2009 08:01
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Mr.Than(UK) said:
hei all I am travelling to Beijing very soon, and the plane will land at around 10.30pm. It is quite late after all the security and customs check. i may be well tired by then and need to head to my hotel straight away.I am alittle worried since this is my first trip to China. Could you PLEASE SPARE SOMETIME TO ADVICE ME HOW TO FIND A GOOD , HONOURABLE AND GENUINE TAXI DRIVER WHO CAN TAKE ME STRAIGHT TO CENTER OF THE CITY. many thanks in advance for your time, your kindness and your guidance.All are highly appreciated.Bye. Good luck in the new year. MR. Than
Hi, don't worry. There are official taxi stands in Beijing International Airport. You can follow the signs or ask the consultants in the airport. Very easy to find it!
By the way, you can recognize the legitimate official taxi with a taxi sign on the roof and with the driver's registration card. Good trip!
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Dec. 19,2009 06:38
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Ms.Tsikwa(Philippines) said:
Hi! My fiance and I would like to visit Beijing on Dec. 28-30, 2009 to see the great wall and hopefully Forbidden City and Tian'amen Square. Could anybody please recommend a cheap hotel near those areas. We need a room good for 3 people as my cousin is also going with us. And how far is the airport from those areas? Thanks in advance!
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Q & A on Great Wall in Beijing
1.
Feb. 9,2010 00:45 Reply
Mr.Sam(Canada) said:
hi, i'm going to beijing at the end of march/2010.
i m staying in the center of beijing city, is any day tour to THE GREAT WALL (BADALING) and MING TOMBS?
THANK YOU for your help!
Feb. 9,2010 03:40
Mr.email replied:
Yes, we can arrange it for you. You can email us at tours@travelchinaguide.com
2.
Jan. 30,2010 23:11 Reply
Ms.Abigail(usa) said:
I will arrive in Beijing on March 12,2010- What is the average weather temperature during that time of the year? Will there be snow? If I go to see the Great Wall w/ a tour group,it shouldn't be a problem not being able to go because of the weather?
Feb. 2,2010 20:38
Mr.Jack replied:
Hi, Beijing is windy and cold in March, but snow is rare to see. You still need wear warm at that time though it is spring on calendar. If you go to see the Great Wall with a tour group, you will be well arranged by the schedule. The Great Wall is generally reachable at any weather, Don't worry!
3.
Jan. 5,2010 17:46 Reply
Mr.Zee(USA) said:
Hi, I want to visit the wall at Mutianyu, but not sure if the road is accessible after the heavy snow. Has anyone been there after the snow? Thanks!
Jan. 5,2010 20:29
Mr.Vincent replied:
Hi, I went there last year and I met snow. But the road was not closed and the wall was also beautiful in snows. You'd better watch the weather forecast before you go and don't go there in heavy snow though the road may open but the slippery stairs are annoying.
4.
Dec. 30,2009 08:01 Reply
Mr.Than(UK) said:
hei all
I am travelling to Beijing very soon, and the plane will land at around 10.30pm. It is quite late after all the security and customs check. i may be well tired by then and need to head to my hotel straight away.I am alittle worried since this is my first trip to China. Could you PLEASE SPARE SOMETIME TO ADVICE ME HOW TO FIND A GOOD , HONOURABLE AND GENUINE TAXI DRIVER WHO CAN TAKE ME STRAIGHT TO CENTER OF THE CITY. many thanks in advance for your time, your kindness and your guidance.All are highly appreciated.Bye. Good luck in the new year. MR. Than
Dec. 30,2009 20:49
Ms.SLEEPYHAMSTER(China) replied:
Hi, don't worry. There are official taxi stands in Beijing International Airport. You can follow the signs or ask the consultants in the airport. Very easy to find it!
By the way, you can recognize the legitimate official taxi with a taxi sign on the roof and with the driver's registration card. Good trip!
5.
Dec. 19,2009 06:38 Reply
Ms.Tsikwa(Philippines) said:
Hi! My fiance and I would like to visit Beijing on Dec. 28-30, 2009 to see the great wall and hopefully Forbidden City and Tian'amen Square. Could anybody please recommend a cheap hotel near those areas. We need a room good for 3 people as my cousin is also going with us. And how far is the airport from those areas? Thanks in advance!
Dec. 19,2009 20:51
Ms.SLEEPYHAMSTER replied:
Well, suggest u Home Inn (Qianmen) which is a two star hotel but the price is reasonable and it is only a ten minutes walk to Tiananmen Square.