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Saso Zagoranski wrote:
btw. do you know anyone who has done this? It was a long time ago, but there is a book still in print with the account of someone who has done a trip from Jiayuguan to Shanhaiguan, William Lindesay. He's now resident in Beijing, organises weekend trips on unrestored sections of the Wall, and leads a variety of conservation efforts. There's something of his experiences at: http://www.wildwall.com Peter N-H http://members.shaw.ca/pnhpublic/China.html |
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Saso Zagoranski wrote:
btw. do you know anyone who has done this? It was a long time ago, but there is a book still in print with the account of someone who has done a trip from Jiayuguan to Shanhaiguan, William Lindesay. He's now resident in Beijing, organises weekend trips on unrestored sections of the Wall, and leads a variety of conservation efforts. There's something of his experiences at: http://www.wildwall.com Peter N-H http://members.shaw.ca/pnhpublic/China.html |
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Thanks!
I will try and contact him... Again... thanks for your replies. Although I was a little surprised because I was afraid I was going to get replies like "you're crazy!" and "why would you want to do that?" Saso "Peter Neville-Hadley" wrote in message ... Saso Zagoranski wrote: btw. do you know anyone who has done this? It was a long time ago, but there is a book still in print with the account of someone who has done a trip from Jiayuguan to Shanhaiguan, William Lindesay. He's now resident in Beijing, organises weekend trips on unrestored sections of the Wall, and leads a variety of conservation efforts. There's something of his experiences at: http://www.wildwall.com Peter N-H http://members.shaw.ca/pnhpublic/China.html |
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Saso Zagoranski" wrote in message
... Hi! I'm wondering whether it is possible to Walk the ENTIRE wall of China? Hi. I had the good fortune to spend a weekend with William and Qi Lindesay just outside Beijing in 2000. He was hosting walks along the wall around their farmhouse at that time. William Lindesay, a British long distance runner was the first person to run the 2,470 Km. along the Great Wall in the late eighties. His book, 'Alone On The Great Wall' would be a good place to get a feel for the more remote regions but probably not of any practical help, one would hope it is easier to arrange these days. He devotes most of he energies now to preserving the Wall. check his website http://www.wildwall.com/ Sue I have some photos from that weekend at: www.wright-photo.com |
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"Sue Wright" wrote in news:_32%c.8580$lP4.544505
@news20.bellglobal.com: Sue you have a real nice page! Some photo's are so touching they almost made me cry. (I'm not a wimp I'm a truck driver from the nyc area). Most photo's made me wonder why I'm working so hard and not enjoying life as much as I should. Thanks!! |
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Hi Sue!
I agree... your pictures really look great... And thanks a lot for the information... I am planning on reading the book and also writing to William for some tips. I hope he is nice enough to help me It would be nice to know how many people have done this... So far I know of only 4. But I'm sure there are many more out there thanks, saso "Sue Wright" wrote in message .. . Saso Zagoranski" wrote in message ... Hi! I'm wondering whether it is possible to Walk the ENTIRE wall of China? Hi. I had the good fortune to spend a weekend with William and Qi Lindesay just outside Beijing in 2000. He was hosting walks along the wall around their farmhouse at that time. William Lindesay, a British long distance runner was the first person to run the 2,470 Km. along the Great Wall in the late eighties. His book, 'Alone On The Great Wall' would be a good place to get a feel for the more remote regions but probably not of any practical help, one would hope it is easier to arrange these days. He devotes most of he energies now to preserving the Wall. check his website http://www.wildwall.com/ Sue I have some photos from that weekend at: www.wright-photo.com |
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The official statement is that all parts are off limits, except those
expressively allowed. This is to prevent deterioration caused by tourists, but also to prevent locals from creating housings in the wall or remove stones from it. Poul B-H "Saso Zagoranski" wrote in message ... Hi! I'm wondering whether it is possible to Walk the ENTIRE wall of China? I've read some pages that some people have already done it but they all mention some permits and restrictions... If so, where can I get more information regarding what I need? I guess this is a pretty crazy idea but it is (one) of my really big goals. I was thinking about doing this in about two years time, when I finish college. But there's no harm in starting to plan things ahead. Any ideas/help is appreciated Thanks, Saso |
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The official statement is that all parts are off limits, except those
expressively allowed. This is to prevent deterioration caused by tourists, but also to prevent locals from creating housings in the wall or remove stones from it. Poul B-H "Saso Zagoranski" wrote in message ... Hi! I'm wondering whether it is possible to Walk the ENTIRE wall of China? I've read some pages that some people have already done it but they all mention some permits and restrictions... If so, where can I get more information regarding what I need? I guess this is a pretty crazy idea but it is (one) of my really big goals. I was thinking about doing this in about two years time, when I finish college. But there's no harm in starting to plan things ahead. Any ideas/help is appreciated Thanks, Saso |
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The official statement is that all parts are off limits, except those
expressively allowed. This is to prevent deterioration caused by tourists, but also to prevent locals from creating housings in the wall or remove stones from it. Poul B-H "Saso Zagoranski" wrote in message ... Hi! I'm wondering whether it is possible to Walk the ENTIRE wall of China? I've read some pages that some people have already done it but they all mention some permits and restrictions... If so, where can I get more information regarding what I need? I guess this is a pretty crazy idea but it is (one) of my really big goals. I was thinking about doing this in about two years time, when I finish college. But there's no harm in starting to plan things ahead. Any ideas/help is appreciated Thanks, Saso |
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Hi!
Where did you read this? If I can find this then maybe I can get an address of someone who I need to write to, to get the necessary permits... thanks, saso svar_i_gruppen wrote in message . .. The official statement is that all parts are off limits, except those expressively allowed. This is to prevent deterioration caused by tourists, but also to prevent locals from creating housings in the wall or remove stones from it. Poul B-H "Saso Zagoranski" wrote in message ... Hi! I'm wondering whether it is possible to Walk the ENTIRE wall of China? I've read some pages that some people have already done it but they all mention some permits and restrictions... If so, where can I get more information regarding what I need? I guess this is a pretty crazy idea but it is (one) of my really big goals. I was thinking about doing this in about two years time, when I finish college. But there's no harm in starting to plan things ahead. Any ideas/help is appreciated Thanks, Saso |
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