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Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall

嘉峪关与悬壁长城
📍 Jiayuguan 🏛️ Historical

ℹ️ About

The westernmost fortress of the Ming-dynasty Great Wall, first built in 1372. It includes the imposing Jiayuguan Fort and the Overhanging Great Wall, added in 1539 on a 45-degree mountain ridge so that it appears to hang in mid-air.

🎟️ Visit info

🕐 Opening hoursAbout 08:30-18:00 (varies by season).

📍 Address

Jiayuguan City, Gansu (Fort west of city, Overhanging Wall to the north)
Address in Chinese (for taxis): 甘肃省嘉峪关市

🇨🇳 Inside China use Baidu or Amap; Google Maps needs a VPN.

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Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall
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Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall
Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall
Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall
Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall
Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall
Jiayuguan Fort and Overhanging Great Wall