Hiking photos - Ming Dynasty River City, 2009/11/25
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Built midway through the Ming Dynasty, Yanhecheng – the Yan River City – was an important frontier fortress. Its location allowed control of the river, plus several mountain passes. According to Ming Dynasty records, a garrison was established in 1553AD, and construction of the city was completed in 1578AD.
On this visit we took a good look around, then did a quick bit of hiking in the hills before finishing up with a tasty lunch and a look at some protected Great Wall towers.
Old grinding stones.
Climbing up to take a look at a Great Wall tower.
A meal of home-style Chinese food.
Exploring the alleyways.
Snow on the roofs of houses in a small village.
A gnarled old tree in the village.
Taking a look at the remains of a wall.
Walking along the trail.
A tiled mural in the village.