great wall
states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 1987
location: Liaoning, Jilin, Hebei, Beijing, Tianjin, Shanxi, Inner Mongolia, Shaanxi, Ningxia, Gansu, Xinjiang, Shandong, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Sichuan, Qinghai provinces, municipalities and autonomous Regions
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 40.4166700000, 116.0833300000
visited: 1997
The Great Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, is an iconic fortification stretching thousands of kilometers, built from the 7th century BCE to the 16th century. Designed to protect against invasions, its watchtowers, battlements, and stone-and-brick construction showcase ancient Chinese engineering and military strategy. Recognized for its historical and architectural significance, it stands as a monumental symbol of resilience and ingenuity.
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