Video - Guardians of China: The 13,000-Mile Great Wall

Did you know tha"Did you know that the Great Wall of China is over 13,000 miles long?"t the Great Wall of China is over 13,000 miles long? Constructed over several dynasties, it was built to protect against invasions and raids from nomadic tribes. The earliest sections date back to the 7th century BC, but most of what we see today was built during the Ming Dynasty. Millions of laborers, including soldiers, peasants, and prisoners, worked tirelessly to build this massive structure. Besides defense, the wall also served as a means of border control, allowing China to regulate trade and immigration along the Silk Road. Today, the Great Wall stands as a testament to China's ingenuity and determination, attracting millions of visitors from around the world.