the Great Wall at SiMaTai - picture post

Climbed the Great Wall two weekend ago with Matt, a HBS student interning a startup here in Beijing and his friend Jodie. This is probably my singular favorite experience in Beijing this summer. The climb starts at ground level - 0 elevation and upward 2 km! Unlike simulated rock walls, there are no set paths and the view is spectacular! The best feeling is that you've really earned it. There are no guardrails as it is not as touristy of a section (probably not legally wise), which is exhilarating. Knowing that you are climbing and experiencing history as it was built rather than being led in a cushy ride or along a paved path is phenomenal. I really do other less popular sections as well

Because a picture is worth a thousand words: