Insider Tip: The Great Wall was designed for protection, but don’t forget the forts that were another part of China’s defenses. The 16th-century Yaoziyu Fort, for example, is the best preserve ...

Mark Leong/ Redux The Great Wall of China is 4,000 miles long and much of ... by reckless industrial expansion or profit-hungry tour operators—pose daunting challenges. Yet a small but ...

Just north of Beijing, you'll find one of the most famous monuments in the world: the Great Wall of China. Although it's unlikely you'll see the whole thing, you should aim to experience a portion ...

Measuring an astounding total of 21,196 kilometres, the Great Wall of China is indeed the longest man-made structure in the world. However, even though it boasts such an impressive length ...