Great Wall of China
Definition
The Great Wall of China is an iconic structure built across northern China to protect against invasions from nomadic tribes. It stretches over thousands of miles and consists of various sections, some of which are well-preserved and open to tourists.
Related terms
Silk Road: An ancient trade route that connected China with Central Asia and Europe.
Terracotta Army: A collection of life-sized clay soldiers discovered in Xi'an, China.
Ming Dynasty: A Chinese dynasty that ruled from 1368 to 1644 and oversaw the construction of significant portions of the Great Wall.
"Great Wall of China" appears in:
Subjects (2)
AP Human Geography
AP World History: Modern
Study guides (1)
AP Chinese - 1.3 Contemporary Life in China: Transportation and Tourism
Additional resources (2)
AP Chinese - Unit 2 Overview: The Influence of Language and Culture on Identity
AP Chinese - Unit 3 Overview: Influences of Beauty and Art
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