Shixiaguan Great Wall

032 County Road, Badaling Town, Yanqing District, Beijing (Southwest side of Badaling Great Wall Scenic Area)

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Introduction

The Shixia Pass section of the Great Wall, also known as the Ruined Great Wall, is located 5 kilometers southwest of Badaling Great Wall Scenic Area. It is surrounded by steep mountains and deep gorges, with connected walls and watchtowers, and is filled with ruins. The developed scenic area of the Ruined Great Wall is about 2 square kilometers, with about 2000 meters of ruins within this area. Currently, only around 100 meters are open to the public. Shixia Pass was the route Li Zicheng took to break through the weak point and enter Beijing overnight. In Ming Dynasty history, it held the same military importance as the Badaling Great Wall, both under the jurisdiction of Juyongguan, as part of the defense system of the Great Wall and a vital passage from outside the pass into Beijing. There are two climbing routes: the east route follows the newly built stone steps and leads to a viewing platform at the halfway point; the west route follows a newly constructed path and leads to a break in the Ruined Great Wall. The "Apricot Blossom Slope" in spring and the "Jinghua Valley" in summer are both important scenic spots for photography.

Address

032 County Road, Badaling Town, Yanqing District, Beijing (Southwest side of Badaling Great Wall Scenic Area)

Opening hours

06:30-19:30 (peak season), 07:30-17:30 (off season) (January 1 - December 31, Monday-Sunday)

Transportation

Bus: Take bus Y04 and get off at Shixia Station, then walk to your destination. Self-drive: Drive along Badaling Expressway to the exit of Badaling Great Wall, then follow the signs to the scenic area.

Phone 010-69120990