Badaling Great Wall Travel Guide
Scenic spot introduction:
The Badaling Great Wall is the best preserved section of the Ming Great Wall. It is called "Yuguan Natural Moat" and is also the most representative section. It is the essence of the Ming Great Wall. The Badaling Scenic Area is located at the north entrance of the Guangou Ancient Road in Jundu Mountain, Yanqing County, Beijing. The Badaling Great Wall is the main attraction. The Badaling Hotel and China Great Wall Museum It is a modern tourist service facility with complete functions and is famous for its magnificent scenery, complete facilities and profound cultural and historical connotations.1,500 years ago, the Northern Wei Dynasty built the Great Wall in the Badaling area. According to the "Book of Wei: Chronicle of Emperor Shizu", in the seventh year of Taiping Zhenjun (446), the Northern Wei Tuoba clan built a Great Wall to the north of the capital Pingcheng (now Datong), named "Ji Shang Sai Wei", starting from Shanggu Jundu Mountain (i.e. Badaling area) in the east and ending at the bank of the Yellow River in the west. Later, in the sixth year of Tianbao (555) of the Northern Qi Dynasty, the Great Wall was built again, starting from Datong in the west, passing through Jundu Mountain and going east, and extending the Great Wall to the seaside.
As a barrier to Beijing, the mountains here overlap and the terrain is dangerous. City Wall The Great Wall stretches from north to south among the mountains and ridges, with no end in sight. The Great Wall, which stretches out to both sides according to the mountain terrain, stands majestically on the dangerous cliffs. The words "natural danger" written by the ancients on the steep cliffs accurately summarize the military importance of Badaling's location.
Attractions distribution:
Badaling was originally a pass, and later a fortress was built. From the third year of the Longqing reign of the Ming Dynasty (1569) to the tenth year of the Wanli reign (1582), barriers were built at each pass, and border fortresses, top walls, and horse-blocking walls were built on the mountains on both sides of each pass. Later, it was gradually expanded into the Great Wall, and watchtowers and piers were built. In 1953, the fortress and part of it were restored. City Wall Later, it was opened as a tourist area. After several renovations, the area available for sightseeing is 3,741 meters, including 1,176 meters in the south section and 2,565 meters in the north section. Enemy Tower 16 seats.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 5A scenic spot, world cultural heritageScenic spot features:
Climbing, nostalgia, photography, ancient buildings, historical sites, the Great Wall, museumsScenic spot map:
Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Beijing>Yanqing District>Badaling Town
How to get there:
Train: Take the No. 9 train from Beijing Gate (Xizhimen) Station on weekends and holidays, which leaves at 7:44 and arrives at Badaling Railway Station at 8:58. It is a 15-minute walk to the Great Wall scenic area.
Bus: Take bus No. 919 from Deshengmen, Beijing Tourist Distribution Center: Tiananmen Departure Center (Southwest side of the square: Badaling Great Wall to Dingling line; north side of the Arrow Tower: Badaling Great Wall special line.
Scenic area map:
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Tickets
Beijing Badaling Ticket Price:
Peak season (April 1 to October 31): 45 yuan;
Off-season (November 1 to March 31 of the following year): 40 yuan;
Scenic area opening hours:
Summer 6:30-19:00; Winter 7:00-18:00
Travel Tips
Travel Notes of Travellers:
- Travel guide: The 100 most beautiful scenic spots in China!
- Travel Guide: Beijing Three-Day Travel Guide 2017
travelling guideline:
1. The Great Wall is divided into the North Line and the South Line with the main climbing platform, and the North 1st to North 12th Floors and the South 1st to South 7th Floors are open respectively. The slope of the North Line is gentler than that of the South Line. The North 8th Floor and the South 4th Floor are the best viewing points of the Great Wall, and there is a cableway between the two floors.
2. Mountain climbing activities are held every year during the Dragon Boat Festival, Double Ninth Festival and autumn, especially the "Red Leaf Ecological Culture Festival" in autumn.
3. It is best to go to the Great Wall as early as possible, which can not only avoid traffic jams, but also allow you to experience the beauty of the Great Wall at different times. During the peak tourist seasons such as summer vacation and National Day, it is recommended to set off early. You can choose to take the train, which will save some time.
4. It takes at least 3 to 4 hours to climb the Great Wall, and at least 1 to 2 hours to visit surrounding museums and other attractions. Generally, you can return to the city before 15:00.
5. There are few places to eat and drink on the Great Wall. You can prepare some bread, snacks, water and other food by yourself. Be careful not to litter.
Best time to visit:
April-November
Shopping recommendations:
(Souvenirs) "Beijing Gifts" Badaling Store, located in the Wengcheng and Great Wall Museum Opposite, you can buy tourist souvenirs, gifts and collectibles with Great Wall characteristics and Beijing elements.
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