Beijing Ming City Wall Ruins Park

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Beijing Ming City Wall Ruins Park, Archaeological museum in Dongcheng District, Beijing, China

The Ming City Wall Ruins Park extends for 1.5 kilometers, featuring preserved sections of ancient fortifications and the Southeast Corner Tower of Beijing.

The original city wall, constructed in 1419 during the Ming Dynasty, measured 40 kilometers and protected Beijing until its partial demolition in the 1960s.

The park incorporates 1,000 plum trees from 50 different species, hosting an annual Plum Blossom Festival that draws visitors during March and April.

Located near Chongwenmen subway station, the park grounds are free to access, while the Southeast Corner Tower requires a 10 yuan entrance fee.

The Southeast Corner Tower contains 144 archery windows and stands 29 meters high, representing the largest preserved corner watchtower in China.

Location: Donghuashi Subdistrict

Location: Jianguomen Subdistrict

Inception: 2002

Part of: city walls of Beijing

GPS coordinates: 39.90017,116.42777

Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:57

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