So you have planned to visit Beijing? That’s indeed a great decision you have taken. After all, there aren’t many countries on this planet that offers such a unique historic and cultural experience. China is a culturally strong nation and probably the Chinese people are one of the rare human races that have continued to practice an ancient lifestyle. Amidst the serious invasion of the state of the art technology, you will always find a Chinese person meditating whenever he is stressed. Even the rest of the world has now understood the relevance of proper meditation techniques. China was always way ahead of its time and the discoveries of innovations implemented by this particular country always outplayed the others. For instance, let us take the Great Wall of China as an example.
Could anyone have imagined how could people have built this architectural wonder without the help of modern building machinery? If you don’t already know, the Great Wall of China took almost 2000 years of continuous work and modifications to reach the current state. If you are a traveler and explorer, you can hardly ignore the call of the ancient Chinese wonder.
Are hiking boots necessary?
Before opting for a Great wall hiking tour and before even visiting the country, you must arrange all the required clothing accessories in order to feel comfortable throughout the hiking phase. The weather is often unpredictable since the sun can be scorching, while sudden clouds can lead to a chilling breeze. So it’s better not to carry too many warm clothes. Instead, use layers of clothing for avoiding the impact of any unforeseen climatic conditions. Now one of the most common questions first timers ask is whether they should particularly invest in a pair of hiking boots for trekking on the Chinese wall. Well, before we discuss the matter, it’s worth mentioning that the entire surface of the Great Wall is rugged and in many areas, there are stones and rocks that are capable of damaging your feet. So it’s always recommended that you must invest in a comfortable pair of shoes. Bu at the same time, there are a few things to remember. Always avoid buying hiking shoes that come up higher than your ankle. The Great Wall is full of places where you need to stay flexible since you would be forced to make certain movements that would hurt your ankle in case your boot’s height is above the ankle’s level. Instead, you can try out hiking shoes that are comfortable to wear and move in.
Appropriate socks
Great Wall hikers are always exposed to rugged conditions. In these circumstances, it is always safe to have an extra layer of cushioning inside your boots. For adding such a feature, you might want to wear a pair of comfortable thick synthetic socks. You must remember that failing to take precautions while hiking in the Great Wall of China can lead to a higher possibility of blisters and sores. We hope this write up was helpful.
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