Panlong Mountain Great Wall

Panlong Mountain Great Wall

The Panlong Mountain Great Wall is located in Gubeikou Village, Gubeikou Town, Miyun District, Beijing, and is part of the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall. Together with the western Wohu Great Wall, Shuiguan Great Wall, Tiemen Pass, and the barbican, the Panlong Mountain Great Wall forms the core of the Gubeikou Great Wall defense system and served as an important military stronghold in history.

The Panlong Mountain Great Wall is 5 kilometers long, winding through towering mountains and deep valleys. From afar, it resembles a giant dragon coiling along the ridges. As this section has not undergone extensive restoration, it retains an ancient and desolate charm while preserving its complete historical features. Among its highlights are the General’s Tower and the 24-Eye Tower.

The General’s Tower is the highest point of the Panlong Mountain Great Wall. It features 22 gateways that remain in their original state, exuding a grand and majestic presence. This was where the command center was set up, and during battles, it was the most fiercely contested area between enemy forces.

The 24-Eye Tower is the last watchtower on the eastern side of the Panlong Mountain Great Wall, standing in distant correspondence with the General’s Tower. It has three stories: the first and second floors each have three arrow slits around the perimeter, while the top floor is lined with battlements. The tower boasts a total of 24 lookout openings—an uncommon feature in the architectural history of the Great Wall and thus highly valuable.

Standing on this ancient stretch of the Great Wall and gazing into the distance, the spectacular and magnificent scenery evokes a profound sense of historical vicissitude.

Address: Within Gubeikou Village, Gubeikou Town, Miyun District, Beijing

Type: Historical Site

Recommended Visit Duration: 1–2 hours

Opening Hours:

8:00-18:00

Ticket Information:

Door Price: 25.0 RMB