Bombarded by the high rises and futuristic buildings of Beijing, you may be a bit disappointed at the superficial modernity of Beijing with “traditional Chinese elements” diminishing fast.
But running opposite to that trend, the Beijing government has been doing proactively to restore the historical sites in Beijing. Beijing Ming Dynasty Wall Relics Park is the result of such a great effort made to be reminiscent of Beijing’s glorious past.
The remnants of the city wall left from Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644) is about 1.5km in length winding from east to west. On its southeast corner stands a massive tower (known as Arrow Tower) of the former inner city in Ming and Qing Dynasties.
Walking close to the ancient city wall, you will feel you are being brought back to the cold weapons era when a defensive thick wall is a symbol of a strong nation.
The wall relics park is free of charge except the magnificent tower (RMB10). It is a pleasant walk along the brick-paved path paralleling the wall.
The remaining city wall presents itself different views formed by particular weathers, different time of the day and the seasons.
In summer, pick a fine day and go to the city wall park for a leisure stroll and immersed in history. The ancient city wall park is at its best when night falls with lights lit brilliantly.
Follow me to have a leisure stroll along the Ming Dynasty City Wall.
Walking on the brick-paved pathway in the park.
No more lonely
The Massive Remaining City Wall
A big curve road enables you to have a close look at the City Wall.
The brightly lit Arrow Tower ( Dongbianmen Tower ) – Corner Tower
Evening exercises at the Ming City Wall
Tip: Hassle-free Beijing Guided Tours
If you don’t want to go the do-it-yourself route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours, here are some options for Beijing guided tours:
Beijing Day Tour
Beijing Tour Packages
Beijing Winter Tour
Beijing Autumn Tour
Great Wall Tour
Car Rental in Beijing
Beijing Tours
China City Tours
China Tour
Further Readings
Top 10 Attractions in Beijing
How to Visit Forbidden City
How to Visit Temple of Heaven
How to Visit Summer Palace
How to Visit Ming Tombs
How to Visit the Great Wall of China
How to Visit Tiananmen Square
How to Visit Hutongs
How to Visit Olympic Sites
Top 10 Markets in Beijing
Top 10 Shopping Malls in Beijing
Beijing Shopping
Wangfujing Night Snack Street
Qianmen Commercial Street
Beijing Huguosi Street
Any questions, just drop a line.