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Jiumenkou Great Wall spans the approximately 100-meter wide Jiujiang River in Suizhong County of Liaoning Province, which is about 15 kilometers from the Shanhaiguan Pass,  

The southern end of the great wall connects to the section of the wall running from the Shanhaiguan Pass, and stretching to the banks of Jiujiang River. A huge wall bridge was built over the river, forcing its way to the north.

The most significant part of Jiumenkou Great Wall is the section above the river. Some 700,000 hectares of rectangular stone slabs were laid on the bed of the Jiujiang River, the stones held down by iron chains. Nine arches standing above the stones serve as sluiceways, giving this section its name, “Jiumenkou” (“Nine Gateways”). The wall bridge is constructed over the arches connecting the two banks of the Jiujiang River. Two walled cities, both used as fortresses, are erected at both ends of the wall.

There are 12 watchtowers, two sentry posts, two beacon towers, and ditches in the 1.2 miles of the Jiujiang Great Wall – a comprehensive work of military defense.

Visitors can take the Jingshen (Beijing-Shenyang) Expressway, turn off at the Wanjia exit, and drive the Zhijiu Line (Zhimaogang-Jiumenkou) for 15km (9.3 miles).

Alternatively, go to Shenyang North Railway Station to take the bullet train to reach Shanhaiguan Railway Station, where you can hire a taxi to reach Jiumenkou directly. The taxi costs about 60 yuan. In summer, a shuttle bus runs between Shanhaiguan and Jiumenkou.

Or you could take a train to Suizhong County, Huludao City, Liaoning Province. Next, take Bus No. 2 or 6 to Suizhong Coach Station, where you can take another bus to Lijiabu. Walk about one kilometer and you will see the entrance for the Great Wall. The bus leaves the station at noon everyday and returns to downtown Suizhong at 6am the next day.

The best time to visit Jiumenkou is from May to October. It’s extremely cold the rest of the year. Some parts of Jiumenkou Great Wall have yet to be restored. It’s rather dangerous to walk on, so be sure you go with an experienced hiker. Be sure to try some of the local snacks, which can be readily purchased at shops and restaurants in the area near the wall.

Travel Tips
Add: Xintaizi, Lijia village, Suizhong county, Huludao City, Liaoning Province
Opening hours: 07;00-17:00
Entrance Fees: CNY 90 (includes basic ticket as well as entry to Great Wall tunnel and Rare Birds Park).