Great Wall now even longer

The Great Wall of China is even greater than once thought.

Great Wall now even longer
Mon, 20 Apr, 2009 - 09:07

The Great Wall of China is even greater than once thought.

A two-year government mapping study has uncovered new sections of the ancient Chinese monument which total about 180 miles (290km), according to a report posted on the State Bureau of Surveying and Mapping website.

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