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长城 (Chángchéng)

Definition

The Great Wall of China is an ancient fortification built across the northern borders of China. It served as a defensive barrier against invasions and played a significant role in protecting the country's territories.

Related terms

城墙 (Chéngqiáng): City wall: Refers to fortified walls surrounding cities or towns in ancient China.

烽火台 (Fēnghuǒtái): Beacon tower: Towers built along the Great Wall used for signaling important messages during wartime.

明长城 (Míng Chángchéng): Ming Dynasty Great Wall: The most well-known section of the Great Wall constructed during the Ming Dynasty.

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  • AP Chinese - 2.2 Beauty and Aesthetics in Chinese Architecture and Literature

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