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In the 13th Century, the Wall was breached by Mongol soldiers. In the 17th Century, it was breached by Manchu soldiers. Today, no one attacks, but many tourists flock to gaze in wonder. |
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In the 13th Century, the Wall was breached by Mongol soldiers. In the 17th Century, it was breached by Manchu soldiers. Today, no one attacks, but many tourists flock to gaze in wonder. |
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A fascinating man-made structure, The Great Wall of China can be seen from space. Read on for more interesting facts about this awe-inspiring landmark. |
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The Great Wall of China snakes through many provinces of China, including the famed capital, Beijing, which has over 14 million inhabitants. Bordering what is known as Inner Mongolia and Manchuria, the Great Wall was built as a defensive fortification, during the Great Wall of the Warring States. |
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The Great Wall’s construction began during the Qin dynasty, named for the ruler Qin Shi Hurangdi (221-210 BC). Now, the province of Shandong, the wall runs from Pingyin in the west, around the northern slops of the Tai Mountain ranges and ends at the coastline. |
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