Sipping Champagne on The Great Wall of China
It has now been a week in since Katherine and I walked 'The Great Wall of China', however I know there are many still waiting for the report so here it is. We travelled 1 hour 25 minutes from Beijing to reach the foot of The Wall. On the way in the bus we learnt that The Great Wall stretches 6,700 kilometres from east to west of China and part of the wall have a history of more than 2000 years. Originally built to defensive walls to ward off Mongol tribes and other nomadic enemies from the north, today The Wall remains as one of the most appealing attractions in the world because of its construction size, architectural style and historical significance.
Upon arrival we discovered that it was around eight degrees, so we rugged up and began our assent. We started with a lot of energy and vigour, however, after a short time climbing we began to feel the affects of the extremely high steps. However, we soldiered on with our determination to reach the top. After a few pit stops and some friendly words of encouragement from other tourists on the way back down, we finally made it - and let me just say the feeling at the summit was worth the effort.
Here are a couple of pics as prove that goals really come true.
Upon arrival we discovered that it was around eight degrees, so we rugged up and began our assent. We started with a lot of energy and vigour, however, after a short time climbing we began to feel the affects of the extremely high steps. However, we soldiered on with our determination to reach the top. After a few pit stops and some friendly words of encouragement from other tourists on the way back down, we finally made it - and let me just say the feeling at the summit was worth the effort.
Here are a couple of pics as prove that goals really come true.