Laoniuwan, where the Great Wall meets the Yellow River

CFP Photo

Notes

The best time to visit Laoniuwan is between May and September, when the landscape is green. Snowy days are also good for taking photographs, but winter is generally dusty, as is spring.

The Great Wall and villages in Inner Mongolia have undergone restorations, while those in Shanxi retain their original appearance. People who want an easy trip should head to the Inner Mongolian side; the more adventurous ones will be happier on the Shanxi side.