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[quote=ELCABRON ,5204]Sporttennis,it depends to which part you want to go.Where are you going with your guide?It also depends on your own physical state you are in.For my parents or any senoir traveller Badaling or most parts of Muntiayu is just fine. Everything new, more banisters than steps, many other tourists and much "touristshopping".But if you are fit enough do some hiking around Simatai. (of course many seniors are as well fit -before members of the grey panthers get offended)My personal favourite is Simatai.I described my impression of this part like the following Tour Tip:Simatai is the place to be for the true ancient Great Wall without masstourism and tourist traps. The wall goes up on the thin mountain ridge looking like a dragons back. It`s in the original state without the newest renovations like in Badaling, which is more like a Disney Land. In Simatai the wall is broken, steps are missing and trees grow on the Towers. Some parts are so steep you need to go on your feet and hands! Be aware, there are no banisters stopping you from falling down the cliffs. Here you can enjoy the silence of this magnificent world heritage on your own. I?e been there with a friend on our own for a whole day - not one single soul came passing by. It was great! (maybe luck, too!)[/quote]
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