The Great Wall of China is by no means an ordinary sight. Listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the history and the cultural significance of this massive piece of construction by the Chinese people trace back to the ancient civilization of the Qin Dynasty (221BC-206BC). The most preserved and influential section of the Great Wall is the Badaling Great Wall which is situation 43 miles from the north of Beijing in the Yanging County, build during the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644). At an altitude of 3330 above sea level, it is the most visited part of the Great Wall of China for its strategic importance in the history of the wall.
Other attractions include the Great Wall National Theatre and Great Wall Museum which are in close distance to the Badaling Great Wall. One can get a greater insight to the history of the great wall and even see the full view of the Wall at the theatre, no doubt one of the greatest constructions of mankind as a whole.
Relaxing Beijing hotel accommodation can be found at Grand Millennium Beijing that is located in the business district of China’s capital. Ranked among the finest, this city hotel Beijing is designed to delight even the discerning travellers.
