Review of walking along the Great Wall of China, up to Fort 1

#TravelBeijing 📍 **Review of walking along the Great Wall of China, Mutianyu Section, East Section** **Route: From Fort 6 ➡️ Up to Fort 1 (No.1 Watch Tower)** Walking along the Great Wall of China at **Mutianyu** Section, East Section is one of the challenging but worthwhile routes. Suitable for those who love spectacular views and peace. (Not as crowded as the west side) --- ### 🚠 Start of the trip: We took the **cable car** to **Tower 6**, which is the starting point of the climb to the east side. ### 🏯 The route from Tower 6 to Tower 1: * This route is **quite steep** and has **high steps** that require quite a bit of leg strength. * The view on both sides is a 360-degree green forest. The higher you walk, the clearer the panorama becomes. * Along the way, you will pass various forts that are still in relatively good condition. * The highlight is **Tower 1 (No.1 Watch Tower)**, which is the highest in this zone. You can see the mountain view as far as the eye can see. --- ### 💡 Tips for those who want to walk this route: * You should bring drinking water because there are no shops along the way. * Wear sneakers or sports shoes that are good for your ankles. * Go in the morning or late afternoon when the sun is not too strong. ### 📸 Impressions: * The atmosphere is quiet. Hear the sounds of nature * Not many tourists, suitable for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle * Get the full view and architecture of the Great Wall --- **Summary:** The route **Fortress 6 to Fortress 1 at Mutianyu East Section** is a challenging but beautiful walk. For those who like hiking, beautiful views, and want to experience the Great Wall in peace, highly recommended. 🌄🇨🇳