Limit placed on number of visitors to Great Wall

The number of daily visitors to the Badaling section of the Great Wall will be restricted and online ticket sales introduced to ease congestion at the world-famous site, tourism authorities said on Tuesday.

The 65,000 limit was set after research on the optimal capacity for the scenic spot in accordance with guidelines from the China National Tourism Administration.

The restrictions were put in place to relieve pressure and safety concerns created by the large crowds at Badaling, located in Beijing's Yanqing district.