We got to experience the Great Wall twice on our trip, the 2nd time at Huanghuacheng, an unrestored section of the wall by a lake and a great little village. Part of this section of the Great Wall was destroyed and fell into Jintang Lake after being bombed during the Japanese invasion of China 50 years ago. After a boat ride across the lake, Mike and Trent and I left Kirk, Bri, Garret and Zach at the lake while we hiked to one of the guard towers (posted "no admittance") where we climbed through the ruins up to the roof where we had an amazing view! Coming back down through the little village was really fun to see the little street vendors selling their wares and produce. We even watched how chestnuts are roasted.
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