Explore the Geography of the Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China stretches over 13,000 miles, crossing diverse landscapes, including mountains, deserts, and plains. Originally built to protect China from invasions, the wall is now an iconic symbol of Chinese history and engineering. The wall’s geography was carefully chosen to take advantage of natural barriers, such as cliffs and rivers, making it a formidable structure.

Although much of the wall has fallen into ruin, sections of it, such as the ones near Beijing, are well-preserved and attract millions of tourists every year. Explore the geography of the Great Wall of China in this word search puzzle.

Did You Know?

• The Great Wall is not a single continuous wall, but a series of walls and fortifications built over centuries.
• The wall stretches across 15 northern Chinese provinces and municipalities.
• It took millions of workers, including soldiers, peasants, and prisoners, to build the wall.
• The Great Wall is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.