The Great Wall of China has become a symbol for China around the world, what makes it amazing is the length and the strength of the wall which spreads over an area of 6,259 Km of proper wall, 359 km Of Trenches and more than 2,232Km of natural barrier of mountains and rivers.
The wall was built to prevent enemies from entering territory held by Chinese emperor, but on many occasions in history the wall failed to fulfill the purpose for which it was constructed. More than one occasion’s china was invaded and the emperor was changed.
The construction of the wall started in 220 BC on the orders of Chinese emperor Qin Shi Huang but after his death the wall fall into despair. Later many more emperors increased the length of the wall and built further fortifications.
Most prominent construction was by Ming Dynasty in 1368 and later years. The current wall of china dates back from that era.