How a 13,000-mile dragon of earth and stone shaped China's history
In short: Explore the immense scale and serpentine history of the Great Wall of China. This video examines how this massive structure was built and the processes that eventually led to its decay.
The Great Wall of China is a massive, 13,000-mile structure made of stone and earth that winds through the Chinese countryside. Beyond its physical scale, the wall's history is characterized by a long and winding timeline of construction and subsequent decay. This video details the evolution of this impressive landmark, tracing its development and the factors that contributed to its eventual deterioration.
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