A different perspective of the Great Wall: A bridge of cultural exchange

In this episode, Indian guest Wei Han visits the China Great Wall Society and invites Vice President Professor Dong Yaohui to interpret the historical and cultural significance of the Great Wall. Professor Dong points out that from the Spring and Autumn and the Warring States periods to the Ming Dynasty, the Great Wall was not only a military defense structure but also a peaceful link between agrarian and nomadic peoples, promoting economic and cultural exchanges through trade. He emphasizes that the Great Wall symbolizes the Chinese nation’s commitment to peace and serves as a microcosm and emblem of Chinese civilization.