Prior to starting the ‘stans’ trip I spent a week in Beijing. Getting to The Great Wall from there is easy and if ever you decide to visit, go for sunrise. You will be alone in a place that is otherwise constantly packed with people.

A comprehensive archaeological survey, using advanced technologies, has concluded that the entire wall with all of its branches measure out to be 13,171 miles.

 

 Emilio poses.

BK strikes an ogre pose.

This gremlin spent the entire day following us around the wall.

My favorite way down.