This is in my bucket list and it is the wrong time to go as it seems half of chinese people decided to go on the day we visit. If you are planning to go in summer do not go here but visit instead the...More

The Great Wall is probably the main tour of Beijing. There is no doubt as to what awaits when you arrive and see it. We had an excellent time. It should be noted most tour companies are now using the cable car once you arrive...More

what's your feeling when you see on of the wonders of the world? it was great to see this great wall.it has a lot of historical sights and it is good for walking.the nature of this place is fantastic.I recommend to go from the entrance...More

A trip to the Great Wall is clearly a bucket list experience for most, and it certainly was for us. The views are simply stunning, even on a cloudy and misty day. As you approach the Wall itself, be aware you can go left at...More

It was really hot in May when we visited this wall. I strongly recommend you to go there with a tourist group in order to see other attractions including Olympic Park, the Ming Tombs and a jade factory. When we reached the wall I realized...More

when i first went to the great wall in 2000 it was not such a touristy place and in my opinion was better then. the great wall is an unbelievable site and would have taken many many years to build like it did you need...More

We decided to take the less crowded albeit steeper path along the wall. And Boy! Does it get steep!? But well worth the views.Be careful on the desent as the worn stone can be quite smooth and become slippery. Definitely a highlight of our family...More

Be careful there are usually too many tourists in the area. The price for foods and beverages could be higher. Still it is a must visit place on the planet.

Any visit to the Great Wall of a China is a bucket list experience. Badaling appears to be a popular tourist spot as it is easily reached from Beijing. It was very touristy. I'd like to visit the wall again one day but find a...More

This was one of the highlights of our trip but our biggest tip is go left rather than right when you go through to the wall. Many of the Chinese visitors want to complete the 'Heroes Walk', which is to the right. If you do...More