The Great Wall of China at Juyongguan

[Toltomeja]

A brick model of one of the most magnificent monuments in the world. It’s loosely based on a specific fragment of the Wall, located in Juyong Pass. The choice was not accidental, as Juyongguan is the very place I had a pleasure to visit last summer. And now, after a year, I finally got to build it.

One might imagine the Wall as a straight line stretching across China. This segment is a bit different - its shape is rather closer to a circle. It surrounds a couple of buildings at the bottom of the pass. I tried to feature two of the pavilions, as well as the pond being crossed by the walkway.

The only part that was entirely added by me is the side beacon tower. Such structures served as a part of the defensive system – in case of an enemy’s attack, heavy smoke was produced to warn guards at neighbouring towers.

If you’re not afraid of some history, feel free to read more here.

And if you are, let pictures speak to you: the pavilions and one of the towers

More pics of the creation: https://www.flickr.com/gp/toltomeja/oosd7W

Enjoy!

[VintageLegoEra]

Just AWESOME! 10/10

[Captain Dee]

This is a beautiful creation. I'm not familiar with the specific locations along the wall but you've captured the look perfectly - it really doesn't need a title! The terrain and vegetation are lovely and the wall looks just like the photos I've seen (never been there). This should make it to the frontpage because that's where it belongs. Excellent work!

As a side note, I think your avatar is really clever. I'm guessing most people don't "get" it...

[Graham Gidman]

Absolutely gorgeous! Amazing work, no doubt one of your best!

Edited September 25, 2015 by Graham Gidman

[LegoPercyJ]

This is SPECTACULAR! :thumbup:

[Captain Braunsfeld]

Epic!

[TitusV]

Lets be clear: I LOVE IT!!! That wall, the vegeattion, the river... I love all of it

[LittleJohn]

Absolutely amazing work! The foliage is superb and I love all the angles

[soccerkid6]

Brilliant recreation of some of the Great Wall of China Tremendous work pulling off the tricky angles, and elevation changes

[Tezclatipoca]

Great build ! I like the way you recreate the "move" of the wall.