“Seven thousand steps climbed today” I mutter. But not on \u6155\u7530\u5cea\u8def\u516d\u53f7\u6865. Let me tell you about this bridge.
\u6155\u7530\u5cea\u8def\u516d\u53f7\u6865 itself has no grand stories. Yet it is your gateway to the majestic \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall.
\u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall is located in the Huairou District of Beijing. It lies 73 kilometers from Beijing’s city center. This section of the wall connects to Mutianyu. It adjoins Juyongguan Pass.
Since ancient times it has been a military stronghold. It protects the capital. Zheng關tai Great Corner Tower and Eagle Flies Upside Down are famous scenic spots. The wall remains intact. It embodies the Great Wall’s ancient charm.
The \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall stretches 5400 meters. It is currently China’s longest Great Wall. It is one of Beijing’s sixteen famous scenic spots. In 2007 it earned a national AAAAA rating.
Let’s consider Zheng關tai. This is another name for the Mutianyu Pass. Zheng關tai features three enemy towers. It is a rarity in Great Wall architecture.
Then there is the Great Corner Tower. This landmark is east of Mutianyu Pass. It marks the highest point of the \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall.
Finally we have Eagle Flies Upside Down. It is also known as Arrow Buckle Great Wall. It is one of Beijing’s most famous and precipitous sections. Locals call it the “ox horn”.
At the foot of the Great Wall lies China Dream Stone City. It holds over 200000 gemstones. These treasures come from all over China.
The best way to see the \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall is by cable car. Combine it with a walk. Walking the entire length can be tiring.
Enter the scenic area through the ticket gate. Take the cable car to the 14th beacon tower. Enjoy panoramic views from the cable car. After the cable car head west. Go to the 20th beacon tower. Walk slowly uphill to the 20th beacon tower. This is the highest point. It is also known as the “Good Han Slope”. Expect this part to take one to two hours. It is still very physically demanding.
Your legs may ache when you walk back. It is best to take the cable car back to the ticket entrance. This makes the return much easier.
To reach the \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall take the bus. The bus departs from the city area. Find the subway station at Heping West Bridge Station Line 5 Exit B. The scenic area stop is at Mutianyu scenic area P1 parking lot. Round-trip tickets cost 80 yuan for adults. Children’s tickets are half-price. Those aged 0-3 ride for free. All tickets include seats. Buses leave the city between 08:20 and 08:50 in the morning. They depart from the scenic area between 15:00 and 15:30 in the afternoon. You have five hours to explore the \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall scenic area. The buses feature bilingual guides. They wear “green vests”. They hold signs at subway exits and parking lots. They will accompany you on the bus.
The \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall is quieter than other sections. It’s perfect for a peaceful visit. It is a great place to appreciate history and scenery.
So as you cross the \u6155\u7530\u5cea\u8def\u516d\u53f7\u6865 remember its purpose. It provides passage to the majestic \u6155\u7530\u5cea Great Wall.