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How wide is the Great Wall of China at its base and at its top?
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Great Wall of China
Great Wall of China, near Beijing.
The Great Wall of China varies in construction and dimensions depending on the location and the materials available. Generally, the wall measures approximately 21.3 feet (6.5 meters) wide at its base and narrows to about 19 feet (5.8 meters) at the top.1