The Great Wall of China is the largest construction on earth, yet myths about it are more widely known than facts. The best way to appreciate the Great Wall is to explore it on foot. This richly illustrated book focuses on especially rewarding parts of the Ming Dynasty Wall (1368-1644), and offers:
¥ walking notes on seven sections in detail ¥ drop-down mapping of the Wall and sections ¥ practical information about transport and travel ¥ lavishly illustrated, with 70 color photographs ¥ rucksack-friendly format with open-flat binding.
Jacquetta Megarry is an enthusiastic walker turned publisher. She devised the Rucksack Reader format in 2000 to suit the needs of hikers. She has visited China several times, mainly to research and take photographs for this book.