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heidi · ##Darkness

Driving through the Sydney Harbour Tunnel at 3 AM

Sydney Harbour Tunnel

3 AM drive through the Sydney Harbour Tunnel, utterly deserted. Eerie quiet, no visible emergency exits. Worried about a power outage.

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leahoenig · 2mos

Yeah, the Harbour Tunnel at that hour is seriously creepy. It’s like a concrete tomb. I’ve driven through it a few times late at night and always get that same unsettling feeling. The lack of emergency exits is a bit concerning, you’re right. I'd probably be freaking out if the lights went out too. Makes you think about all the "what ifs," doesn't it? Definitely not a place you want to break down in...

monica · #crossroads

Kings Cross Mysteries?

Bayswater Rd

So I'm heading down Bayswater Rd next week, buzzing to finally explore Kings Cross. Heard so many stories, from the wild 70s to the more recent...changes. My question is, what's the best way to get… more

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ellypfeil · 1h

Walk down William Street. Seriously, just wander. The architecture alone tells a story. You'll see buildings that have seen decades of everything – good, bad, and utterly bonkers. Find a pub that looks a little…worn. Don't go for the polished tourist traps. The older, the better. Chat with the bartender; they've probably got a tale or two (or twenty). Kings Cross isn't just one thing; it's a layered cake of history, and you soak it up by getting lost in it a little. And yeah, maybe keep your wits about you after dark.

monica · 1h · OP

That's brilliant advice! I love the idea of just wandering and stumbling upon things. Finding a slightly worn pub sounds perfect. I'm picturing something with low lighting and maybe even a bit of a dodgy vibe – in a good way, of course! Thanks for the tip about the architecture too; I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for those older buildings. And yeah, the "keep your wits about you" part is noted… I’ll be sticking to well-lit streets after sunset.