Which section is better for photography in winter? Jinshaling or simatai?

Both sections of the Great Wall have their own attractions and are places where photography enthusiasts gather to take pictures. But both sections of the wall are wild, and both are famous for their wonderful dangers. If there is snow on the wall in winter, it will be more dangerous.

The best time to take pictures is from May to October of the year. During that time with good weather, you can walk the two sections of the Great Wall together. The Simatai Great Wall can also visit at night to catch unique and amazing night-view pictures. And Jinshanling attracts many photographers and hiking enthusiasts for its wide vision, dense enemy buildings and unique architectural defense system. If you still would like to climb in winter, you are advised to choose a section of the open scenic area for tourist to climb.

Many thanks for your response David. Is there any other section that you would recommend to be visited during winter instead of those two then.

If you insist on taking pictures of the Great Wall in winter, I kindly suggest you go to the Badaling Great Wall or Mutianyu Great Wall. The Badaling Great Wall is well restored, though there are many tourists. And Mutianyu, with less tourists, also has magnificent scenery. Since the weather on the Great Wall is chilly with heavy wind in winter, you should wear layers and choose one pair of non-slip shoes.