Historic Wanping town in Beijing shines anew ahead of Spring Festival
By YANG CHENG |
chinadaily.com.cn |
Updated: 2026-01-27 15:13
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Originally constructed in 1638 near the end of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Wanping has a history of more than 380 years. Its fortress is the only well-preserved double-gated garrison town in northern China. The walls, constructed with layered stone slabs, bricks, and compacted earth, were designed to withstand heavy impact.
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