I was born and raised in Beijing China. 30 years ago just 2 weeks before I boarded airplane for America I bought a bus ticket to Great Wall just so in case Americans ask me about it and I would not have to say I’ve never been there. It turns out during these 30 years past no one asked me about it. 2 years ago I went back for home visit and climbed the Great Wall again, I was put in awe by it’s magnificence. I wish America had such a Wall along southern border, attracting millions tourists and bringing billion dollar each year as well as stoping all bad things at there
The Great Wall is certainly on my bucket list. I haven't been to china yet, but I look forward to seeing it. I hope some of the 'past' is protected. I know lots of places are moved aside for the 'better'. I think some of the old holdouts are called 'nail houses'.