Counted as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Wall of China has survived the test of time, having been built some 2,500 years ago. The Great Wall, a monumental military defense ...

Early sections of the wall were built from layers of rammed earth and ... but don’t forget the forts that were another part of China’s defenses. The 16th-century Yaoziyu Fort, for example ...

In 2007, after a public competition, the list of the new seven wonders of the modern world was announced: the Colosseum (Italy), Chichen Itza (Mexico), Christ the Redeemer (Brazil) ...

Frank Pearson A talk in Preston will compare the Great Wall of China and Hadrian's Wall. The Great Wall of Chin ...

Just north of Beijing, you'll find one of the most famous monuments in the world: the Great Wall of China. Although it's unlikely you'll see the whole thing, you should aim to experience a portion ...

The Great Wall snakes its way 6000 km along the north of China. Built over 2000 years ago, it is a staggering feat of engineering and construction. Find out how you can get there by bus.