Great Wall of China Facts For Kids.

The Great Wall of China was built over about 2000 years by several different Chinese emperors, starting in BC 475, to protect the people from their enemies, the Huns.
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Facts about building and the construction of the great wall of china.

The Wall is a unique structure that is considered one of the seven wonders of the world. It snakes through the mountains of China for 4,500 miles. That's longer than the distance across from New York to California by about 1,000 miles!


Many small walls were constructed by multiple Chinese emperors. Most of these small walls no longer exist as they were revamped during the Ming Dynasty, between 1368 and 1644 A.D., while much of the rest of the world was still developing. 


The Ming Dynasty's rebuilding made it more elaborate with watchtowers, battlements and cannons. Leading the great wall to additional protection of the people. 

The Great Wall is 25 feet tall and 15-30 feet wide. That's wide enough for two cars to drive on! 


The facts show many people worked to build the Great Wall of China. Ancient records show that more than 300,000 soldiers and 500,000 commoners worked to build it. That's about the same as the population of San Francisco!


Building the wall was hard work. Some of it was in very hot weather and some in the bitter cold. In the earliest stages, builders rammed earth and stone into the walls. But in the Ming Dynasty they used bricks, limestone and tiles, as well.
 

Contrary to certain reports, the Great Wall of China cannot be seen from the moon.

 

But can you see the great wall of china from space ?
 

Facts about visiting the Great Wall for kids
 

If you're going to China, the Great Wall is a must see. It's wide enough to walk on, and many people even ride bikes. 


Much of China is very warm, so if you're walking on the wall, it's important to bring water. Also, remember good walking shoes, so you can fully enjoy the experience without getting blisters. Take plenty of pictures and share additional Great Wall of China facts for kids you know who might like to learn more. You can visit many different parts of the city and walk along it. 

 

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