Don't go to Shanhaiguan lightly, unless you know these things

💫 Shanhaiguan is known as one of the 'Three Wonders of the Great Wall of China', echoing with Jiayuguan far away. In the 14th year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty (1381), Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang ordered the construction of the city and the pass here, making it a military stronghold that guarded the throat of Northeast and North China. It is named Shanhaiguan because it is surrounded by mountains and sea. Shanhaiguan is known as the 'First Pass Under Heaven', with the plaque written by the famous Ming Dynasty calligrapher Xiao Xian. The city wall of Shanhaiguan is about 4 kilometers long, connected to the Great Wall, with the city serving as the pass. The city wall is 14 meters high and 7 meters thick, with four main city gates and various defensive structures, including the 'First Pass Under Heaven' arrow tower, Jingbian Tower, Muying Tower, Linlu Tower, Wengcheng, and the 1350-meter-long Ming Dynasty Plain Great Wall. 💡Location: Shanhaiguan is located in Shanhaiguan District, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei Province. 🚗Transportation: You can take a train to Qinhuangdao Station, then transfer to bus No. 33 or take a taxi for half an hour to Shanhaiguan. Taxi fare is around 30 yuan. 🎫Tickets: 50 yuan for adults, around 60 yuan for Laolongtou Scenic Area. There are also various combo tickets available. ✨Opening hours: Daytime: 7:30 - 17:30 Nighttime: 18:00 - 21:30 🚘Parking fee: 5 yuan/hour. 🌟Must-visit attractions: - 'First Pass Under Heaven' arrow tower: Majestic and grand, it is the iconic building of Shanhaiguan. - Laolongtou: Extending into the sea, the scenery is spectacular. - Jingbian Tower, Muying Tower, Linlu Tower, etc.: Each has its own characteristics, showcasing the charm of ancient military architecture. - Wengcheng: Experience the defensive layout of ancient cities. - Wang Family Courtyard: Located in the ancient city of Shanhaiguan, also known as the Folk Museum, it is a typical Ming and Qing Dynasty courtyard. With a building area of more than 2000 square meters, it has 4 courtyards and 59 rooms, carrying rich historical and cultural connotations. - Crossing the Northeast Experience Park: Vividly restores the scenes of the Northeast migration period, allowing people to immerse themselves in that turbulent history. 💡Tips: - Check the weather in advance and plan your trip accordingly. - Wear comfortable shoes, as you may need to walk long distances within the scenic area. - You can bring some food and water, as the prices inside the scenic area are relatively high. - Protect cultural relics, do not touch or damage them at will.