Great Wall July 3, 2008

Today we went to the Great Wall of China. It is 3,000 miles long, and would extend from New York City to Denver. It was originally built to protect China and keep the Mongolians out.

At each low point in the wall, is a trap set up to catch invaders. (Like a Turtle in a pond) Much of the wall is overgrown now with brush except for areas that are tourist destinations.

Climbing the wall can be very challenging especially in the summer heat. (Just ask our photographer, Tom Tolla).

KLG