The Great Wall of China is the pride of the Chinese nation and a cultural heritage of the world. It stretches from Shanhaiguan in the east to Jiayuguan in the west, spanning northern China, with a total length of about 21,200 kilometers. The construction of the Great Wall began in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period (). It was repaired and expanded in the Qin, Han, Ming and other dynasties, it became a solid military defense line.
In ancient times, the Great Wall formed the border with the nomad tribes coming from the Mongolian steppe. Historically, the Great Wall witnessed countless wars and heroes, countless bravery and sacrifices, and left countless legends and folklores. They became the cultural and heritage in the areas where the walls and passes once stood.
The Great Wall was an ancient military fortification. It was built along the mountains and rose with the ridges. If one stood on the guard tower and looked down, the Great Wall was like a giant dragon, winding and circling on the ridges, magnificent and spectacular. As Mao Zedong said, “If you don’t go to the Great Wall, you are not a hero.” Nowaday, the Great Wall has become a world-famous tourist attraction, attracting countless Chinese and foreign tourists to visit. It not only shows China’s history and culture, but also conveys the message of peace and friendship. The Great Wall, with its unique charm, stands forever on the land and becomes the symbol of the Chinese nation.
