The Great Wall of China, an enduring emblem of ancient civilization, stretches across the northern borders, reflecting more than two millennia of history. Despite its imposing presence ...

Insider Tip: The Great Wall was designed for protection, but don’t forget the forts that were another part of China’s defenses. The 16th-century Yaoziyu Fort, for example, is the best preserve ...

The oldest known part of the Great Wall of China was recently excavated, dating 300 years earlier than the previous record-holding section. This new find is part of the larger oldest part of the ...

The Great Wall reflects collision and exchanges between agricultural civilizations and nomadic civilizations in ancient China. It provides significant physical evidence of the far-sighted political ...