[2025 Shanyin Attraction] Travel Guide for Old Guangwu City (Updated May)

Located in the suburbs near Suzhou, the Guangwu Great Wall was built during the Ming Dynasty. Unlike the more famous sections near Beijing, such as Mutianyu and Badaling, this wild Great Wall is less crowded and offers a unique sense of solitude. Despite its lesser-known reputation, it provides delightful surprises and the feeling of having the place all to yourself is truly wonderful ❤️ The hiking trail is not too challenging. Walking to the beacon tower and back takes about an hour and a half. The journey starts with a man-made staircase and transitions to a dirt path upon reaching the Moon Peak. If time permits, climbing up to the beacon tower is highly recommended for a panoramic view. The unobstructed 360-degree scenery is absolutely stunning and unforgettable 👍

Shanxi Datong old town ancient city lots of visitors here surrounded by ancient building sommore got church and mosque. Lots of shop around too eatary

The Old Guangwu City, hidden in the long river of history, carries countless vicissitudes and secrets of the past years. Stepping into this ancient city feels like crossing the barrier of time, where certain distant historical scenes gradually overlap with reality and become clearer. Sunlight shines on the rammed earth walls of the ancient city. The city, which has witnessed over 2000 years of wind and rain, quietly tells its past through the marks of time. The tofu shop we passed by is a popular spot in the city, with its small storefront crowded with my companions. Every item in the shop carries a unique story. Climbing up along the main road in the city, one can take in the full view of Old Guangwu City. The planning of the ancient city is meticulous, with walls, streets, and buildings arranged in an orderly manner. From a distance, one can see the Moon Gate of the Xueming No. 10 Watchtower, one of the most beautiful remnants of the Guangwu Ming Great Wall. Here, the crisscrossing alleys, villagers returning from farming, and the intersecting carriages and motorcycles... make time slow down and the scenes more vivid and lively. The Old Guangwu City, where ancient and modern intertwine, is a heavy history book waiting for every passing traveler to touch, read, and comprehend. Name: Old Guangwu Ancient City Address: Jiuguangwu Village, Zhangjiazhuang Township, 40 kilometers south of the county seat of Shanyin County, Shuozhou City, Shanxi Province Opening Hours: Open all day Ticket Price: Free Best Season to Visit: Suitable for all seasons Recommended Visit Duration: 2-4 hours Features: Dominates the pass, looks south to the Inner Great Wall Recommended Activities: Hiking, photography, appreciating historical relics and monuments.