Juyongguan Great Wall (Juyong Pass) - it is very near Badaling, just a little south in Changping County.The most recently restored part of the Wall, It spans one fo the nine narrow passes crossed by the wall. It lies in the midest of a 20 kilometer long gully; to the north is the important border city of Zhangjiakou: to the south lies Beijing. It located 20 kilometers (12 miles) north of Changping County, about 60 kilometers (37 miles) from Beijing, is a renowned pass of the Great Wall of China. Enlisted in the World Heritage Directory in 1987, it is a national cultural protection unit.Situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, Juyongguan Pass has long been a military stronghold. |
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| As early as the Spring and Autumn Period (770BC-476BC) and Warring States Period (476BC-221BC), the Yan State built fortifications here. In the Northern and Southern Dynasties (386-589), this section was linked to the Great Wall of China. This pass served as a natural barrier to the capital of Yuan (1271-1368) and Ming (1368-1644) Dynasties. Therefore, immediately after the founding of his reign, Zhu Yuanzhang, the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty, ordered the pass to be rebuilt to protect the |
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| borders from intrusions of the Mongolian tribe. Many fierce battles were fought in Juyongguan Pass. It is not just a military stronghold, but also a beautiful scenic spot. Around the pass, beautiful flowers and lush trees dot the mountains. A splendid picture! |
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Daily, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm |
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￥45 yuan / adult |
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￥25 yuan /child |
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No offer |
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Changping County, Beijing, China |
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Spring(53F-43F),Summer(76F-55F) |
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Autumn(56F-42F),Winter(35F-17F) |
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Juyongguan Great Wall Trip |
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Features: Private Tours, Comfortable car and experienced driver, Ticket, Chinese Lunch by your a-la-cate Menu, Look out over a splendid scene from atop the Juyongguan Pass with our warm hearted speaking guide ... |
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