Miyun County

Miyun County is situated at northeast Beijing. It has an area of 2,227 square kilometers and a population of 420,019 (2000 Census). The county is divided into 2 subdistricts of the city of Miyun, 17 towns, and 1 ethnic rural township. Miyun urban area (104,863 in township) has an area of 15 square kilometers measured from the Google Earth image and an estimated population of 120,000.

Attractions in Miyun County are featured the ancient architectural characters. Sites in Miyun County, Beijing mix the ancient culture in villages and dwelling ruins with unique local civilization. Miyun people entertain visitors by inviting them to be involved in their daily life so that tourism in Miyun County develops very well as one of the leading industry here.

One of the most beautiful sections of the Great Wall - Simatai Great Wall is located in Miyun County. The undeveloped surroundings of this section make Simatai Great Wall as a dreamland for many photographers.