Hushan Great Wall, Ming Great Wall section in Dandong, China
Hushan Great Wall is a defensive fortification roughly 1200 meters long that climbs Tiger Mountain to a height of around 146 meters. The structure consists of gates, watchtowers, and wall sections running along the river that overlooks the Yalu, which forms the border with North Korea.
The wall was built starting in 1469 during the Ming Dynasty to defend against Jurchen raids on local settlements. Over the centuries, it was reinforced multiple times as the border region remained a strategic defensive position.
The gate displays traditional Ming-style construction with blue bricks and defensive openings for archers. Walking through it, you can observe how the builders adapted the structure to both protect the territory and maintain visual control over the river crossing.
The site is accessible from Dandong by regular bus service running multiple times each day. The path climbs steeply upward, so wearing good shoes and having a reasonable level of fitness helps, especially for reaching the upper sections.
The Number 8 Watchtower has two levels with four windows on each side, allowing views directly into the neighboring country. This vantage point lets you observe daily life happening on the far bank of the river.
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