Shanhaiguan
Shanhaiguan
Where the Great Wall Meets the Sea
For those interested in seeing where the mountains meet the sea, Shanhaiguan is the place to go. This city was once a Ming dynasty stronghold, and its garrison-like remains are still evident today. China’s Great Wall has captivated visitors for centuries, and the sections in Shanhaiguan are striking – even for those who have hiked Badaling. The Great Wall Museum also deserves a visit. If the children are up for it, leave the crowds behind and trek across the less preserved sections of the wall or to the Qixian Monastery.
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Re: Shanhaiguan
This is the best place to see the great Wall! It was here that I saw it for the first time and the experience was wonderful! The First Pass Under Heaven was a short taxi ride into the mountains and WONDERFULLY crowd-free! I paid the taxi 50 rmb to go there, wait and take me back to Shanhaiguan.
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Re: Shanhaiguan
How did you get there? By train?