15 - 25 August 2014
Great Wall of China Trek 2014 with Maher Zain & Omar Regan
The astonishing Great Wall Of China stretches 8,851 km
It all starts on the 15th August!
When it comes to epic. Nothing beats the Great Wall. This 10 day trek promises to be one unforgettable journey across China’s biggest and most marvelled attractions.
It'll be a superb trek - you'll see amazing vistas and astonishing Islamic historical sites. The trek will be demanding but rewarding. Travelling amid panoramic views with likeminded people will be a memorable experience.
To top it off, sharing this experience with you will be internationally acclaimed performers Maher Zain and Omar Regan. But don’t forget, all this will go towards providing the children of Gaza with clean drinking water.
For more information contact china@humanappeal.org.uk
The Great Wall Of China
As one of the New Wonders of the World, the Great Wall of China is one of the most appealing attractions on the globe. Stretching over 8,851 km, the Wall winds up and down across mountains, deserts and the most popular cites in the country.
Originally constructed as a fortress over 2,000 years ago, it has been used to protect the Empire from attacks. Centuries after its construction, it remains one of humanity's greatest achievements. The Great Wall is more than just a triumph of engineering. It is a link with the legendary emperors in China's history.
Where your money goes
In Gaza, clean water is now scarce. The territory's only aquifer is highly contaminated, so people are forced to drink water mixed with sewage. With the crisis so bad, many Gazans are struggling to survive. All funds raised will provide lifesaving, clean water for children in Gaza.
Key facts about water in Gaza
- There is a severe shortage of clean water in Gaza and the situation is reaching crisis point.
- 90-95% of the water from Gaza’s underground water aquifer is not safe to drink.
- The blockade has banned or delayed construction materials needed to repair Gaza’s collapsing water and sanitation network.
- Without proper water and sanitation services, 90 million litres of untreated or partially treated sewage is dumped into Gaza’s sea every day.
About Maher Zain
Maher Zain is multi-platinum award winning singer/songwriter from Sweden. Maher is also very passionate about playing his part in the wider community and has taken an active interest in Human Appeal’s work. Maher travelled with our flour convoy to Syria last year in support of our ‘Make Bread Not War’ campaign to feed millions of Syrians. He has performed across the Muslim world including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei, plus dates all over Europe and the USA.
About Omar Regan
Omar Regan is an American actor, comedian and former musician born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. In 2001 he was a photo double for Chris Tucker in ‘Rush Hour 2’ and in 2005 was on the main stage at Hollywood’s world famous Comedy Store. Soon after, he appeared on the E! reality series, ‘Fight for Fame’. Omar uses entertainment and humour to promote tolerance and diversity. He builds bridges across racial, religious and social divides and offers his own unique perspective on everyday life.
