The Great Wall pier
The Great Wall pier is a scenic area in Jiayuguan, China. Tickets: 22 yuan. Opening hours: 8:30-17:30 2
Visitor information
- Also known as
- 长城第一墩
- City
- Jiayuguan
- Address
- 6 kilometers west of Jiayuguan City 2
- Opening hours
- 8:30-17:30 2
- Ticket
- 22 yuan
- Time needed
- Recommended 1 hour
- Coordinates
- 39.7434669, 98.2007407
About The Great Wall pier
The first pier of the Great Wall, also known as the first pier in the world and Tuolaihe pier, is the southernmost pier of the Jiayuguan Great Wall and the westernmost pier of the Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty. The first pier of the Great Wall was built by Suzhou soldiers in the 18th year of Jiajing in the Ming Dynasty (1539 AD) Supervised by Li Han, it is 7.5 kilometers north of Guancheng. The piers stand on a nearly 56-meter-high cliff beside the Tuolai River. It has a temperate continental (desert) climate and covers an area of more than 33.500 square meters. It is open from 8:30 to 17:30. The first pier of the Great Wall, as an important pier at the western end of the Great Wall in the Ming Dynasty, not only has a dangerous geographical location, but also has spectacular natural scenery. It combines the culture of the Great Wall and the style of the Silk Road.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Great Wall pier?
The Great Wall pier is in Jiayuguan, China. Address: 6 kilometers west of Jiayuguan City 2 (coordinates 39.7434669, 98.2007407).
What are the opening hours of The Great Wall pier?
The Great Wall pier opening hours: 8:30-17:30 2
How much is the ticket for The Great Wall pier?
Tickets for The Great Wall pier: 22 yuan. Opening hours and prices can change by season, so confirm before you go.
How long do you need to visit The Great Wall pier?
Plan about Recommended 1 hour for The Great Wall pier, including walking and photo stops.
How do I visit The Great Wall pier with a local guide?
Open the Jiayuguan page on MeetPanda, choose a local guide, and send your date. The guide buys tickets, plans the order with nearby sights and explains what you are seeing.