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The Great Wall of China spans over 5,500 Most of the “Wild” Wall’s rugged and
miles and is truly one of the great wonders arcane offbeat sections are only known
of the world. The first composition of The and frequented by hiking enthusiasts and
Wall was erected in 771 BC and stretches seasoned Great Wall-goers.
from Hushan to Gansu and beyond. A
stint in China is not complete without a
trip to the Great Wall, and the majority
of the sections are accessible from Beijing.

Gubeikou

Hinged upon the Yin Mountains lies
another wild, non-rehabilitated section
of the Great Wall. Gubeikou is said to
have the been the epicenter of numerous
battles (100+) with invading Mongols as
it fortified a crucial passing area between
Mongolia and Beijing. Look for the 24-Eye
Tower, which in its prime boasted a rarity
of a watchtower with 24 observatories.

Juyongguan

The closest section to Beijing, it is
wheelchair-friendly, so suitable for
handicapped travelers. It is one of the
greatest forts defending ancient Beijing.
Genghis Khan once led his troops
through Juyong Pass during his conquest
of Chinese territory.

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