Mackenzie K. Eurasian Geography Blog

The Great Wall of China is one of the cornerstones of Chinese culture. It has not only ranked on the list of the 7 Wonders of the World but it is the most recognized lankmark in all of China. It is one of the most revered structures in all of the world and is one of the most visited sites in all of China let alone Asia. The Great Wall  of China is one of the largest military walls in all of history and served to protect the early Chinese empire from hostile enemies. The Great Wall of China has been around for nearly 2.5 thousand years and still stands today as a wonderul architectural feat. Its great length and strength are still revered today as one of the greatest feats conducted in the ancient world. The Great Wall of China has a rich history. In the times of the feudal lords in ancient China, the Great Wall of China got its first primitive start. It was constructed to protect tribes agains one another. The Great Wall of China was later built up by the Ming Dynasty for purposes of unity and protection. Today, the Great Wall of China still stands after its thousands of years of existance. The Great Wall of China was built of stond, wood and bricks to fortify it for enemies and hostile nomads. It also has watchposts for seeking out enemies. This site explores the history of the Great Wall of China, facts of the Great Wall of China and pictures of the Great Wall of China. Feel free to browse this site as you see fit and to bookmark this site (ctrl D) and share it with others.