With the Chinese New Year approaching, it's a great time to explore and experience traditional Chinese culture. At this moment full of peace and joy, the Great Wall, as one of the symbols of China, has naturally become a place of yearning for many tourists.
Standing on the beacon tower of the Great Wall, looking at the winding and undulating dragon, feeling the vicissitudes of history and the precipitation of the years, an indescribable shock swelled in my heart. Here, you can walk in the footsteps of the ancients with your family and friends, listen to the echoes of history, and feel the weight that spans time and space.
The natural scenery of the Great Wall in winter is also stunning. The surrounding mountains are covered in snow, the trees are covered with ice, the pine waves whisper in the wind, and you can taste authentic farm food and experience the simple village life in a small village at the foot of the Great Wall.
You are invited to embark on an unforgettable journey. Choose a half-day tour of Badaling or a one-day tour of the Forbidden City, which will provide you with convenient transportation and rich experience. Enjoy a smooth and swift journey in a comfortable coach that takes you along the highway to your destination.
On board, you'll be accompanied by a professional guide who will tell you the legendary story of the Great Wall, while cable car tickets** are also available, ensuring your trip is both economical and hassle-free. Come to Beijing during the Spring Festival and start a cost-effective cultural journey!
The following Badaling strategy is shared with you!
Opening Hours:High season (April 1 to October 31 every year) 6:30-16:30
Low season (November 1 to March 31 of the following year) 7:30-16:00
Open Range:12th floor in the north to 7th and a half floors in the south; The newly opened south extension line is from the 7th floor of the south to the 16th and a half floors of the south.
Tickets:
*Ticket 40 yuan per person in peak season; 35 yuan per person in the off-season.
Preferential ticket peak season 20 yuan per person; Low season 175 yuan per person.
Transportation in Badaling
Bus: Take the subway and other means of transportation to get off at Deshengmen, and take bus No. 877, 880 and 919 to arrive at the Badaling Great Wall at Deshengmen.
EMU: Take Metro Line 8 or Line 13 to Huoying Station, exit G4, and after the exit is Line S2 Huangtudian Station, you can buy a ticket for Badaling Great Wall Station directly.
Through train: Badaling through train, the departure time is every day, and the meeting place is Chaoyangmen Exit A of the subway station or Exit B of Beitucheng.
Badaling Enemy Tower
There are 43 enemy towers of different styles along the Badaling Great Wall, each of which shows its unique charm while maintaining consistency. Some of these buildings were dedicated to patrolling and guarding, while others were double-storey, with the upper floors equipped with battlements and shooting holes for defense, while the lower floors were used as living spaces and storage rooms for soldiers.
The spacing between enemy towers depends on the undulation of the terrain and the steepness of the mountain. The buildings are all made of solid masonry, with the first and second floors connected by arches and up and down by stairways. Each floor is equipped with shooting and observation holes, as well as facilities for drainage. The outer walls of the enemy towers protrude outward, while the walls are cleverly embedded in the interior of the enemy towers.
The south and north floors are located on the south and north peaks of Seki Castle, respectively, and each peak has four enemy towers, making it the first area to be open to visitors. The difference in height between the two peaks is significant, the slope is steep, and the enemy towers are arranged along the slope from low to high, and the north and south peaks echo each other.
Starting from Seki Castle to the south fourth floor, the total length of the city wall is 6858 meters, the height has risen by 127 meters, and the average rise is 1 meter per 6 meters. In the section between the third and fourth floors, the walls are meandering and about 500 meters long, with a steep slope of up to 70 degrees at its steepest.
The fifth floor of the north is known for its dense voucher holes, and the size of this enemy tower is 925 meters long and 9It is 34 meters wide and is divided into two floors. Entering the first floor through the coupon gate, you will find that the interior is full of coupon holes, which are made up of four rows of brick stacks, each connected by a coupon top arch, with a total of more than 30 coupon holes supporting the floor on the second floor.
The North Eighth Tower is famous for its towering 888 meters above sea level, it is the highest enemy tower on the Badaling Great Wall, so it is also known as the Sun Viewing Platform. The tower also has a two-storey structure with stairs for people to go up and down. On the enemy-facing side of the first floor, there are 6 arrow windows, which is the most numerous of all enemy buildings. The distance from the Sekijo platform to the north eighth floor is more than 1,500 meters, and the vertical height difference between the two reaches 228 meters.
The north-south line of Badaling
The Great Wall of the Northern Line, as the most famous and popular section of the Badaling Great Wall, has attracted the attention of countless tourists with its perfect restoration and suitable visiting conditions. The walls here are well maintained, but the slopes are steep, especially after the North Eighth Floor, which makes it more difficult to climb.
The landmarks of the Great Wall on the Northern Route, such as the North Fourth Floor and the North Eighth Floor, are a must-see for tourists. The eighth floor of the north, as the highest point of the Badaling Great Wall, is not only the peak of altitude, but also the commanding height of the vision. Standing here, visitors can enjoy the whole picture of the winding and undulating Great Wall at a glance, and feel the weight of history and the magnificence of nature.
Compared with the bustle of the northern route, the southern route of the Great Wall is more secluded. Although the walls here have not undergone extensive restoration like those on the northern route, it is this unpolished and pristine state that allows visitors to travel back in time and experience the vicissitudes of history firsthand. The slope of the Great Wall on the southern route is gentle, making it easier to walk, making it suitable for tourists who want to take a leisurely tour.
On the south fourth floor of the Great Wall of the Southern Line, there is a stone tablet engraved with the words "If you don't reach the Great Wall, you are not a hero", which inspires countless people to challenge themselves and has become a landmark attraction for tourists to take pictures. Here, everyone can become a hero in their own hearts and make unforgettable memories.
As for the choice of the northern and southern routes, it is advisable for tourists to decide according to their interests and physical condition.
Play near Badaling
Badaling Wildlife Park is a natural paradise full of life and vitality, where rare animals from all over the world live. Visitors can get up close and personal with these animals in this vast natural territory and feel their natural state in the wild.
Badaling Ski Resort is a sea of joy in winter. There are courses for all levels of skiers, from gentle slopes for beginners to steep slopes for advanced skiers. The snow-capped scenery is surrounded by snow-covered mountains, making you feel like you're in a fairy tale.
Wild Duck Lake World Wetland Park is an ecologically diverse and picturesque natural treasure. With abundant water and grass and sparkling lakes, it is home to a wide range of wildlife. In winter, the lake has formed patches of ice crystals, and in the cold wind, wild ducks can also be seen swimming leisurely, and the Longqing Gorge Scenic Area attracts countless tourists with its magnificent canyon scenery and rich cultural heritage. The mountains and streams here are full of natural wonders.
Precautions
In this cold season, especially when you are standing on the top of a mountain, the cold wind seems to be even more biting. Before the temperature rises, it's important to make sure you're wearing enough warm clothing.
For those who don't want to hike the entire route, consider taking the cable car on the southern route.
Aerial cable car on the Northern Line. However, as the gondola may be suspended due to large queues and weather conditions such as high winds, the ground cable car may be a safer option.
Regarding cable car tickets, a one-way ticket costs 100 RMB, while a round-trip ticket costs 140 RMB. Please note that two-way tickets stop selling at 1 p.m., while the cable car service ends at 4 p.m. For the luge program, you will need to come to the site to buy a ticket.
For those who forget to bring their ID card, they can use the ID number registered at the time of reservation to exchange for an e-ticket at the comprehensive service window near the entrance of the scenic spot, and then enter the park with the printed e-ticket.
Also, no matter which parking lot you choose, there will be a free shuttle service, so please don't trust people who claim to be locals and try to get you in their vehicles.
When you come to the Badaling Great Wall, it is recommended that you not miss the dome theater. The Dream Great Wall Dome Cinema is equipped with a 180-degree dome, 3D stereoscopic effects, 4K HD resolution, and an immersive panoramic sound system. Coupled with the multi-degree-of-freedom stepless vibration dynamic seats and special effects, the viewing experience is absolutely shocking.
Go out of the city from the 11th floor of the north, and go further to the bear paradise! There is no need to pay for tickets, and tourists with babies can come here to check in.
It should be noted that there are no public toilets in the areas above North Eight.