Shanhai Pass, City gate at eastern end of Great Wall in Shanhaiguan District, China
The fortress structure rises 14 meters high with 7-meter-thick walls, featuring a deep moat that encircles the entire defensive complex point.
In 1381, Ming Dynasty general Xu Da established the current fortification as a strategic military outpost between the Yan Mountains and Bohai Sea.
The Chinese characters above the entrance gate translate to 'First Pass Under Heaven', marking its status as the primary eastern gate of China.
Visitors can access the site through buses 25 or 33 from Sidaoqiao station, with entrance fees of 40 yuan for the pass section.
The structure connects three distinct geographical features: the mountains, the sea, and the Great Wall, forming a critical defensive position in Chinese military history.
Location: Shanhaiguan District
Inception: 1381
Part of: Ming Great Wall, The Great Wall
GPS coordinates: 40.00916,119.75357
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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