Where is the Great Wall?

The Great Wall of China In the north of China, the giant defense walls extending in the east-west direction begin on the shore of Po Hay Bay and extend westward past the vast geography. It spans 15 provinces of the country. It travels from the Shanghai Pass in Hebei province to the east to Jiayu Pass in Gansu province in the west.

How to get to the Great Wall of China? travel Guide

I have some bad news for you; Unfortunately, to go to the Great Wall of China, you have to go all the way to China. Before you answer the question of how to get to the Great Wall of China and give travel guide notes, you can find out the time of departure from the capital on the map below. Badaling, Juyong Pass, Huanghuacheng, Jiankou, Mutianyu, Gubeikou, Jinshanting, Simatai and Huangya Pass can be visited easily and daily. 630 kilometers of the city walls are located in Beijing .

Mutianyu Walls – How to get there

Mutianyu Walls can be preferred for an easy Chinese Great Wall tour from Beijing. From the Dongzhimen bus station in the city center, you can take the 916 Express (full CNY 12 CNY, Beijing Transportation Card and CNY 6, Chinese Yuan Yuan, Renminbi) or take the 916 bus at Huairou Beidajie stop on Huairou North Avenue, then h23, h24, h35 or h36 The bus arrives at the Mutianyu Roundabout junction and walk 450 meters to reach the ticket sales office. The full ticket costs 45 yuan, children over 60 and 25 yuan to children, free of charge to children taller than 120 inches, I was amazed at what a wonderful pricing.

Great Wall of China – transportation.

From Beijing Central Station ( Beijing Huochezhan) to the Mutianyu Walls, you can go to Dongzhimen Station by taking the subway number 2 and take the surface to exit 916 Express bus. 

How to get to the Great Wall of China? Travel Guide.

You can walk up to half an hour if you want to climb the walls, or if you want to save your energy for sightseeing or to reach a higher point, you can take the cable car to Tower 14. I suggest you use the cable car like me, because you will have already walked quite a bit up the hill and the view from the cable car cabin is beautiful.

The 5,400-meter Mutianyu Suru was first built by the Northern Qi dynasty (550-557). The patriots of the Ming Dynasty, renowned for their patriotism, Tan Lun and Qi Jiguang rebuilt the fortifications, strengthening their defense potential.

Where’s the Great Wall?

The city walls have been the northern protection shield for China for generations, defending the capital and the tombs of the emperors.

Mutianyu Walls, most of which are made of granite slabs, have a height of 7 to 8 meters and a width of 4 to 5 meters. Some of the trench walls are not rectangular but saw-tooth shaped. Under the trench walls, there are curved square gratings on the top, unlike traditional round gratings.

Unlike Badaling Walls, which are always overcrowded, Mutianyu is often secluded and more impressive. I would go to Beijing more than once and if you have enough time, I recommend both, and only Mutianyu. There are restaurants in Mutianyu but it is quite expensive by Chinese standards, I ate the egg soup which is the cheapest thing on the menu, here is the photo: Chinese cuisine

Transportation to Badaling Walls

To get to Badaling Walls, Deshengmen is a 5-10 minute walk from Exit B2 exit of Jishuitan metro station of metro line 2 and you can take the bus number 877 departing from 06:30 am to 12:30 pm. This direct bus, which costs 12 yuan and lasts for 1 hour, needs to walk a bit from the last stop or go with a pulley car.

Great Wall Badaling sightseeing map of China.

Another transportation option is the number 1 tourist bus that departs from the southwest of the Qianmen Arrow Tower on the south side of Tiananmen Square. There is a guide on the tour bus which costs 20 yuan; it leaves every half hour and takes 100 minutes.

There is also the bus number 919, but it takes a long time because it stops at many stops. If you want to go by train, you can take the S2 train (6 yuan, 1.5 hours) from Huangtudian station, get off at Badaling train station and walk for 15 minutes or take the free shuttle bus from the station to the cable car.

Badaling Great Wall is 7.6 kilometers long. Ticket costs 45 yuan, cable car 40 yuan. There are restaurants, fast food chain restaurants, hotels, the Great Wall Museum, a cinema with circular screens and shops.

The world’s largest structure of its visitors are very famous, such as US President Barack Obama, British Prime Minister Cameron, Argentine soccer player Diego Armando Maradona, the Los Angeles Lakers NBA superstar Bryant, Israeli Prime Minister Rabin, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Romania ‘s Prime Minister Dascalesc of South African President Mandela, the Cuban  State President Castro, King Carlos of Spain .

Why was the Great Wall of China Built?

The Great Wall of China was laid by more than 20 kingdoms during the Warring Principalities of China (770 BC – 221 BC). Chu, Qi, Yan, Wei, Han, Zhao, Qin built the first sets on their borders to protect the kingdoms from each other. Qin, Zhao, Yan kingdoms were built to stop the attacks of XiongNu, DongHu, LinHu, Hiung-nu and protect the northern borders of the country. China’s first Emperor Qin Shi Huang decided to protect the north of the country with an insurmountable defensive wall.

There are different views on why this gigantic construction was built and its purpose; defending the borders of the country against the attacks of Mongol and Turkish tribes against China from the north, especially Hiung-nu ; to punish the captive rulers of the principalities destroyed at the end of long wars in exile and heavy works; avoid escapes from the country; to show the public and the country that the country is united under one rule.

Why was the Great Wall of China built?

The Great Wall of China History and Story

The Great Wall of China was built in various periods by the ancient Qi (770-221 BC), Qin (221-207 BC), Han (206 BC-220 AD), Ming (1368-1644) dynasties, and most of the walls remaining to the present day are Ming. It was built during the dynasty. Qin Shi Huang extended the walls built by the previous kingdoms in 221 BCE, and the Great Wall of China became the Great Wall of China in English during the Qin Dynasty.

The Great Wall of China

From the 3rd century BC to the 17th century, the Chinese continued to extend the Great Wall. The last dynasty, which repaired the Great Wall and used it for defense, was the Ming Dynasty that reigned between 1368-1644. The parts of the walls built by the Ming Dynasty on the map are red, the walls previously made in blue.

Information about the Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China

Seddin thickness and height vary from place to place. The Great Wall of China is not entirely made up of bricks and rocks, some parts are very weak, the mortar can be found in the environment around the soil, stone, wood, brick pieces, clay or lime was made by joining materials, the state is not strong enough to protect the attack, but the enemy will slow down .  Usually the height of the wall is 4-6 meters, the base thickness is 7 meters and the top thickness is around 6 meters. Horses and carts can ride on large areas. There are visor and archer holes along the thick walls. A watchtower or castle at 200 meters; There is a lighthouse at 9 kilometers. Palaces and temples were also built on the walls. In some places, sets are made in several rows to allow gradual defense.

The Great Wall of China is 21,196 kilometers in length.

The historic building was named UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, and one of the Seven New Wonders of the World on July 7, 2007. Their name in Chinese means Wanli Changcheng “10,000 Mile Wall” and Changcheng “Long Wall”. Informal names in literature and legends are Zi Sai (Purple Frontier) and Tu Long (Earth Dragon). Its length is 21,196 kilometers according to official and current information.

The Great Wall of China?

Who would think to build the world’s largest structure in such a place?

Information about the Great Wall of China

Many books have been written, researched and filmed about the world’s largest structure . The most popular film today is the 2016 production of 104-minute historical fantasy and adventure genre from the US and China-produced The Great Wall, directed by Yimou Zhang, starring Matt Damon, Willem Dafoe, Andy Lau, Pedro Pascal and Eddie Peng. With a budget of $ 150 million, it is the most expensive film ever made in China.

Interesting Brief Information about the Great Wall of China

Here is interesting information and little-known facts about the Great Wall of China.

1. It is hard to see the naked eye even if the Great Wall of China is rumored to be seen from space and is only 1.5 km from above. Some astronauts claimed to have seen it, but later turned out to be a river.

2. It took more than 2,000 years to complete.

3. Although it was a 2,300-year-old structure, the rest of the world was unaware of it. Europeans learned through the Portuguese explorer Bento de Gois in 1605 that such a structure.

4. Although a certain number is not known, some studies show that 8.000 people worked in the construction. They consisted of soldiers, forcibly gathered villagers, criminal prisoners and prisoners of war.

5. According to legend, the construction route of the wall was created by following the traces left by a dragon following the works. According to some, the wall itself is in the form of a dragon lying curled over the mountains.

6. In 1987, British marathon William Lindesay alone ran 2400 km on the wall.

7. The highest point of the Great Wall of China is on Mount Heita near Beijing and is 1,525 meters above sea level.

8. The longest cemetery in the world. Thousands of workers were buried in the construction. Some are thought to have been buried inside the wall itself. Legend has it that human bones were used in the mortar of the wall.

9. According to legend, Meng Jiangnv cried so much after her husband died in the construction of the wall, that part of the wall collapsed and his wife’s bones were revealed and buried.

Great Wall

10. During the Cultural Revolution of 1966-1976, some of the bricks of the wall were used in the construction of houses, farms and warehouses.

11. More than three hundred heads of state and top executives visited Badaling, the most famous part.

12. The walls of the Ming Dynasty pass through the provinces of Liaoning, Hebei, Tianjin, Beijing, Inner Mongolia , Shanxi, Shaanxi, Ningxia and Gansu and are 8,850 kilometers long.

13. One third of the city walls disappeared without any trace.

14. According to measurements, calculations and estimates, 3,873,000,000 bricks have been used and weigh a total of 58 million tons.

15. Tens of millions of visitors are walking on it annually.

Quotations

Biri A man who doesn’t go to the Great Wall is not a hero. ” Mao Zedong

Sed The Great Wall of China is never destroyed, the Yellow River flows forever. ”Anonymous proverb.

“The height of the wall depends on the depth of the foundation.” Anonymous.

Kim Who knows what the winds and rains passed through the bricks of the walls? ”Anonymous.

One of me:

Mountains, rivers, lakes, deserts, surpassed you, great wall, would this be the end? This is the tip of the Great Wall in Xinjiang Province.

With its stunning nature, your imagination

The Valla Canyon, located in the Küre Mountains in the Western Black Sea Region, is one of the largest canyons in the world with a depth of 10 kilometers and a depth of 120 meters and it is called Wild Paradise.

In the Black Sea region West Bartin, Kastamonu and Sinop extending perpendicular to the coast throughout the province 250 kilometers on a mountain system which Kure Mountains, the WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) has been one of the 9 areas of Turkey in Europe’s 100 protected areas. It is one of the areas declared “gift to the world” by WWF in 2000. It shows that the National Park area is an important area in terms of both biological diversity and other features. The most important feature that distinguishes the karstic belt in the National Park from its counterparts is that it has a humid climate zone and therefore has natural, old and virgin forest cover of national and international importance. These forests contain temperate beech and fir oaks, endemic plant species, forests rich in biodiversity and pseudo-maquis formations. Of the 675 plant species found in Küre Mountains and its vicinity, 109 are endemic and 49 are rare. The National Park has a rich potential in terms of fauna and wildlife. The presence of 40 to 132 species of mammals are found in this region in Turkey. In addition, endangered species such as fox, otter, roe deer and deer also live in the region. There are also 129 bird species living in the park and its immediate surroundings, 46 of which are in danger of extinction. The area is also rich in day and night predators.

The Biggest of Küre Mountains

Valla Canyon, the largest of the canyons in the Küre Mountains, is located in the northwestern part of Kastamonu province, Cide, Azdavay,

It is located between Pınarbaşı districts and Bartın province borders. The gigantic Valla Canyon, where Devrekani Stream breaks through the Küre Mountains to reach the Black Sea, starts at the location where Devrekani Stream meets Kanlıçay, 26 kilometers from Pınarbaşı district center in Kastamonu province and near Muratbaşı Village. The starting point of the canyon is reached by a 1.5-kilometer trail. The canyon, which stretches for about 10 kilometers towards Cide in the north, ends near the village of Hamitli. The lowest elevation in the region is 150 meters and the highest elevation is 1183 meters. The average land elevation varies between 900-1000 meters.

The region is generally composed of Jurassic Cretaceous aged limestones. With the effect of vegetation and rainy climate, karstification was accelerated, surface waters intensely eroded the limestone cracks at certain points, resulting in significant karstic voids.

The height of the rocky cliffs on both sides of the canyon varies between 800-1200 meters. These rocky walls house predatory birds such as eagles, hawks, vulture and kestrel. The canyon cannot be passed without a guide and equipment.

One of the places where the canyon can be seen best from a bird’s eye view is Kayabaşı Mahallesi in Sümenler Village, 27 kilometers north of Pınarbaşı. The Valla Canyon was featured in the press when 4 students from Istanbul Technical University disappeared here in 1994 and left the town of Cide 14 days later and defined it as the Wild Paradise, and became a place of visit for nature lovers. It is not possible to cross the canyon without equipment.
Along with the Valla Canyon, other natural beauties around it also offer great photos to its visitors.

Ilgarini Cave

Ilgarini Cave, which is considered as the 4th largest cave in the world, is within the borders of Derebucak Village of Kastamonu’s Cide district. It is possible to reach Pınarbaşı district by walking for 2 hours on foot from the steep and rocky forest pathway from Sorkun Plateau. The total length of the cave is 860 meters and its depth is 250 meters. It consists of two parts, the fossil horizontal part and the active vertical part. There are house ruins and cisterns that are thought to belong to the Roman-Byzantine period at the entrance. In addition, at the beginning of the vertical section, there is a road consisting of 24 spirals laid by man-made stones. In the continuation of this road, a well of 52 meters deep and 30 meters in diameter is reached. Then, a siphon like a lake is reached by crawling and covered with white travertine. The fossil arm is covered with beautiful cave formations in the form of travertines and chandeliers. The formations in the hall where hard-to-reach arms are opened, starting at a height of 5-6 meters from the ground, have been preserved until today and still continue to occur.

Ilica Waterfall

Ilıca Waterfall is located within the borders of Ilıca Village of Pınarbaşı district and is 12 kilometers away from the village. From Ilıca Village, the footpath takes an average of half an hour on foot. The water is poured from about 10 meters high; where this water pours naturally a pool was formed. The most important feature of the waterfall is that this pool is surrounded by many trees and vegetation. Again, when you go from the upper part of the waterfall, the pits and carvings formed in the rocks as a result of the erosion of the rocks with the flowing water for years add a different beauty.

There is also a bath from the Byzantines in the same village. Hammam is made of chipped stone in the form of a dome 2 meters wide
It is 3.5 meters long 1.80 meters high. The water temperature of the bath in summer and winter is 23 ° C.
There are soap dishes and carvings on the side walls of the bath for people to wash.

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WHAT IS THE LOCATION OF THAILAND?

Cheap, vibrant, exotic, young and alive
Whether you are looking for luxury or hiking, Thailand is a country that can satisfy all tastes and expectations. Families send everyone home with big smiles, from couples looking for romance to college students. But the truth is that the best age to live in Thailand is 20 years old. Because people over 20 come here from all over the world. They represent a significant percentage of the tourist population. Tourism is highly developed in this country, it is a place where those with little experience abroad will feel at ease.

If you’re a tourist looking for interesting and authentic places to visit, Thailand’s popularity, amenities, and crowds can be frustrating. In this case, you may prefer Northern Thailand (Chiang Mai-Pai-Mae Hongson pages). It will also be very interesting to move to Burma from there and continue.

Famous islands and beautiful beaches

Perhaps the best part of Thailand is that there are islands and beaches that are suitable for both sea lovers and activists. Phi Phi Islands, Ko Pha Ngan, Koh Samui, Ko Tao, Ko Lanta, Phuket … some are perfect for diving, some for a luxury vacation, some for parties. They all agree that they have a beautiful turquoise sea.

Great dive sites

We encourage you to add yourself to your list of things to do in Thailand. Because there are excellent dive sites for both beginners and professionals. The prices of the courses are also acceptable for those who have never tried it, for those who want to dive or obtain a diving license. There are many diving schools on the island of Koh Tao on the shores of the Gulf of Thailand, especially for beginners. Surin and the Similan Archipelago, on the shores of the Andaman Sea, are considered one of the best dive sites in the world. The island of Koh Krandan is ideal for diving every day.

A paradise for adventure and outdoor activities

Thailand is a paradise for outdoor activities! From swimming in deep blue plankton to learning Muay Thai, safaris in national parks where tigers still live, to stunts in a circus, these are all different and exciting activities. November is a great time to go rafting and hiking the falls. March marks the start of the kitesurfing season. Hua Hin is very popular for kitesurfing, Pranburi, Phuket, Krabi for rock climbing. In Koh Tao, Sanghlaburi, Pattaya, there are many adventure parks where tourists can swing like a monkey in the trees. Kanchanaburi is also famous for kayaking and zip lining.

Center of History and Culture

Ancient ruins, Buddhist temples and shrines are the main cultural assets of the entire country. There are many magnificent religious buildings throughout the country. A guided tour of the Sukhothai and Ayutkhan ruins, both on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is a classic. The best examples of Buddhist architecture can be found in Chiang Mai and Bangkok, the heart of the monarchy.

In our opinion, you should choose where to go in Thailand not by city, but by the experience you want to take, because this is where special and unforgettable experiences are possible. We have listed the most specific activities for this purpose below. Still, we will briefly describe the cities.

PLACES TO VISIT BANGKOK AND AROUND

Bangkok – metropolitan life. It contains some of Thailand’s most important Buddhist heritage. It is also known for its markets. We’ve given all our tips in our Bangkok travel guide article.
Hua Hin: A holiday destination where the people of Bangkok prefer to escape on weekends due to its proximity to Bangkok, but it’s not an attractive destination if you’re not kitesurfing. There are resorts everywhere, neither beaches nor the sea are worth wasting time. However, if you’re traveling to Bangkok for two days on business, this is the best place to get away from it all.
Koa Sok National Park: What is the sound of a tropical national park safari with wild elephants and tigers?
Phuket – Antalya Thailand. These are the most popular beaches in the country, but although there are many pristine and unspoilt beaches, it didn’t appeal to us much. Because it was a very big and very special city. Station rows. It is also known for its nightlife.
Ko Phi Phi: An island descending from the sky with Leonardo di Caprio beach. The most famous island in the country. So today is Father’s Day. But there are also great things to do here. We’ll explain them all in our Phi Phi Island Guide.
Krabi – This is where the legendary Thai beaches were filmed on billboards and billboards. All the tourists coming to the country are also there. Still, people can find nice corners. Railay is the world’s most popular climbing point, with a sea of ​​white sand and climbing walls. Although it is a peninsula, it remained an institution because it can only be reached by sea.
Pattaya – There is a brothel in Pattaya that we should definitely mention because it doesn’t deserve to be on this list, but unfortunately we can’t pretend it doesn’t exist because it is so popular. … we do not recommend doing this.

SOUTH-WEST THAILAND

There are different types of transport. You can take the bus to Phuket in the following order. But since many of them have little time, they skip Hua Hin and Khao Sok and fly directly from Bangkok to Phuket and there are many of them. You can go from Ferukort to Phuket to Ko Phi Phi, Krabi, Railay. Phuket – Phi Phi takes only 90 minutes by ferry.

NORTH THAILAND

To visit this area, you must first come to Chiang Mai. You have three options to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai: a 70-minute flight, a 12-hour night train, or an 11-hour bus ride.

Chiang Mai: There is no sea here but in our opinion it is the most beautiful place in Thailand. Incoming tourists are much better than other places. It is also the friendliest place in the country. Also, Thailand is a great place to find activities ranging from cooking classes to elephant care. Some of the country’s most important Buddhist monuments can be found here. We say at least 2 days.
Pai – 60 charged. A quaint hippie town located in the forested mountains of Northern Thailand. There is a world famous motorcycle route that we recommend in the Activities section below. This is one of the stops on the route. 1 day is good. Our article on Pai’s guide will be of great help.
Mei Hong Son – The only reason you go to Mei Hong Son is to visit the Karen tribe, which is famous for taking the motorcycle route you mentioned and stretching their necks in a ring. Information can be found in the Actions section. This route and tour is also very enjoyable but otherwise there is no point in going to Mae Hong Son.

SOUTH EAST THAILAND

To reach the area, first fly to Koh Samui. He then travels to the islands by ferry. There are daily flights from Bangkok, Phuket and Pattaya.

Koh Tao: one of the most popular quiet islands. But of course there are also quieter and more unspoiled places. The best dive sites in Thailand. Also for diving training!

The legendary full moon party takes place in Ko Phangan. If you are under 20, the Full Moon Party may not be for you. You can find our thoughts about him in the activities section. Although not as ambitious as Hua Hin when it comes to kitesurfing, it is one of the most popular destinations in the country.
No Planning Suggestions: In our opinion, you start in northern Thailand and then start in southern Thailand and end in eastern Thailand. If you just want to use a plane; They fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, from Chiang Mai to Phuket, from Phuket to Koh Samui. Airline tickets but also for Turkey.

THINGS TO DO AT THAILAND EVENTS

If you want to read the article without going to Thailand, this should be the place to visit Thailand. It is not enough to emphasize this. In this article, you will discover the best things to do in Thailand and guide all your vacation plans. We also wrote about some of the experiences mentioned in this article:

Thailand’s most beautiful islands and beaches
Thai cooking lessons
The Mae Hong Son cycle is one of the most famous motorcycle routes in the world.
Chiang Mai Flower Festival –
The Karen tribe wears a metal ring around their necks –
Tham Lot cave –
Circus school
Volunteer Elephant Care
Plankton tower
Yeast bay

… We insist on reading more in the article. 

Best season to travel to Thailand
Best time: November to March. Because the monsoon rains stop. The weather is perfect and the vegetation is in top shape. However, during the Christmas season it gets very crowded and expensive.

Not ideal, but good time: April – June and September – October. The weather is very hot, but at least it doesn’t rain. It’s good to have less people here.

THAILAND FOOD

We know not everyone likes it, but if you’re open to new flavors, Thai food is truly delicious in the world! The key is the balance between sour, sweet, salty and bitter, which are the four main elements of meals with strong spice and aromatic flavors. The main flavors are tropical fruits, curry noodles, rice dishes and seafood. Meals from Thailand that cannot be returned without meals; Pad Thai, curry (especially if you like spicy green curry), papaya salad, coconut milk banana, mango sticky rice

Adventurers can eat fried insects as snacks on the sidewalk here. 

You can find our restaurant recommendations in every city guide.

Thailand Nightlife

Thailand is also famous for its beach parties, festivals and nightlife. The most popular event by far is the Full Moon Festival, which is held every full moon in Ko Phangan. Phi Phi and Koh Samui are other important party islands. This is the first choice of tourists. Of course, nightlife in big cities is very lively, especially in Phuket and the capital city of Bangkok.

PRICES AND BUDGET IN THAILAND

First of all, prices are different in Thailand. The capital, Bangkok, is the most expensive place. The second most expensive places in Phuket and Phi Phi. Pattaya is usually the same size, but we recommend not to include it in your itinerary as it is a resting place for those who climb the flat wall. Street food in Thailand is very popular and delicious among locals and tourists alike. There are no health problems in India. We recommend that even those with limited budget know this culture.

In Chaing Mai, Thailand’s most beautiful and cheapest place, we spent a total of USD 40 for 2 people + hostel accommodation for 3 meals a day. Do not make mistake. This budget is equivalent to the daily cost of a private room in an impromptu location with 3 meals a day for 2 people and a private bathroom. Tours and activities we visited are not included here.

In contrast, prices per person in Bangkok are roughly as follows:

$ – 1500 THB / $ 30-45 (accommodation: guesthouse / boarding house, meal: street food, transportation: public transport, entertainment: beer or two people included)

$$ – 1500-3000 baht / 45-85 dollars (accommodation: hotel, meals: food, transportation: motorcycle rental, entertainment: including parties and drinks)

$$$ – more than 3,000 baht / USD 85 (accommodation: in a boutique hotel, meals: in gourmet restaurants, transportation: car rental, entertainment: including day trips)

TRANSPORTATION AND VISA

TRANSPORTATION AND VISA TO THAILAND
Thailand visa is not required.

HOUSING

It is safe to stay in a guesthouse or 5 star hotel as cleanliness is a huge problem in Thailand. In some places things may be old but clean. Since Thailand has a very popular walking culture and is a tourist favorite, you will likely have lots of friends when you throw your bag in your hostel room. But it is difficult to guarantee peace and quiet in hostels located in party venues like Ko Phi Phi and Ko Pha Ngan. In reality, Anglo-Saxons come here to get rid of their lungs.

You can find our accommodation offers in this city in every article.