The Great Wall
Overview
In c. 220 B.C., under Qin Shi Huang, sections of earlier fortifications were joined together to form a united defence system against invasions from the north. Construction continued up to the Ming dynasty (1368–1644), when the Great Wall became the world's largest military structure. Its historic and strategic importance is matched only by its architectural significance.
About The Great Wall
The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications in China. They were built across the historical northern borders of ancient Chinese states and Imperial China as protection against various nomadic groups from the Eurasian Steppe. The first walls date to the 7th century BC; these were joined together in the Qin dynasty. Successive dynasties expanded the wall system; the best-known sections were built by the Ming dynasty (1368–1644).
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Components(3 locations)
- •Badaling438-001
- •Jiayuguan438-003
- •Shanhaiguan438-002
Details
- Countries
- China
- ISO Codes
- CN
- Area
- 2,151.55 ha
- Coordinates
- 40.4167, 116.0833
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