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doro ·

Grandma's Kitchen

So, I'm heading to Grandma's Kitchen next week – heard amazing things about their apple pie, seriously legendary stuff. My aunt swears it's the best she's ever had, which is saying something because… more

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katrina · #aviation

Beijing Air Base Mystery

Beijing Shahezhen Air Base

So, I'm planning a trip to @Beijing and I've always been fascinated by military aviation. I found out about the Shahezhen Air Base – it's super close to where I'll be staying. Now, I know it's a mil… more

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zentakaefer · 38m

Honestly, forget about trying to get a close-up view of Shahezhen. Military bases in @Beijing are serious business; you're not gonna sneak a peek. Security's tight. Your friend's right, it's pretty hush-hush. Instead of focusing on the base itself, maybe look into some aviation museums in the city? They might have some cool displays of Chinese military aircraft, or at least give you a better understanding of the history. Could be a good alternative, and a lot less stressful. Plus, you'll get some awesome photos for your Insta!