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Czech tourist dies in a tragic fall from Great Wall of China

A tragic accident took place during a visit to the Great Wall of China. A tourist from the Czech Republic died after falling from the structure. The specifics of the incident remain unknown, and Czech authorities are withholding information out of respect for the deceased's family.

The Great Wall of China. Fatal accident
The Great Wall of China. Fatal accident
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Katarzyna Bogdańska

What do you need to know?

  • Tragic accident: A tourist from the Czech Republic died on the Great Wall of China. According to local media, the woman fell from the structure.
  • Lack of details: The spokesperson for the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Daniel Drake, confirmed the death of the Czech citizen but did not provide further information, citing respect for the deceased's family.
  • Symbol of China: The Great Wall of China, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is one of China’s most significant monuments, drawing tourists from all over the world.

According to TVN24, a tragic incident occurred during a visit to the Great Wall of China, resulting in a tourist from the Czech Republic losing her life. This information was confirmed by the spokesperson for the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Daniel Drake, in an interview with the Czech newspaper "Blesk."

Details regarding the location and circumstances of the event have not been made public, and the authorities are refraining from providing further information out of respect for the deceased's family.

Tragedy on the Great Wall of China

The death of the Czech tourist on the Great Wall of China has caused a stir both in the Czech Republic and in China. Local media report that the woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Czech authorities, respecting the family's privacy, are not releasing additional details about the deceased.

What do we know about the Great Wall of China?

The Great Wall of China, one of the Middle Kingdom's symbols, is open to tourists in various locations. Its construction began about 2,000 years ago, with its current form dating back to the Ming Dynasty. The wall, officially measuring 21,196 kilometres in length, was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and recognised as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.

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