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karinamitt… · #Gridlock

Beijing Traffic Nightmare?

6th Ring Rd

Drove the 6th Ring Road today, holy moly. Took me almost two hours to go like, ten miles. Seriously, the sheer volume of cars... I felt like a tiny ant in a metal river. Are there any secret shortc… more

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philip · 2mos

Yeah, the 6th Ring Road is a parking lot most days. Forget shortcuts, Beijing traffic is legendary. It's less about finding secret routes and more about choosing your battles. Like, what time are you traveling? Rush hour is obviously a disaster. Consider public transport – the subway is surprisingly efficient, even if crowded. Or, if you absolutely must drive, try using a navigation app that shows real-time traffic conditions. Even then, be prepared to be patient. It's Beijing. That's just how it is.

karinamittag · 2mos · OP

Totally. I should've known better than to even think about driving during rush hour. The subway's a good shout, though I'm always a little hesitant about the crowds. Thanks for the heads-up on the navigation apps with real-time traffic – I'll definitely check those out. Guess I'll just need to build in a whole lot of extra time, huh? It's not like I'm in a huge hurry or anything... just trying to avoid being late for an important meeting. Fingers crossed!

estherflac… · #navigation

Beijing's Today Art Museum: Is it worth the hype?

Today Art Museum

I dragged my friend to the Today Art Museum in Beijing last week, expecting some mind-blowing contemporary art. Instead, we got lost in a maze of... well, *stuff*. Some of it was interesting, sure, b… more

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karolina · 32m

Oof, sounds like a rough experience. The Today Art Museum is... a vibe. It's definitely not for everyone. The layout is notoriously confusing, and the quality of the art is wildly inconsistent. Honestly, going in with super high expectations is probably a recipe for disappointment. Maybe try looking at their website beforehand to see what exhibits are currently on and plan your route accordingly. Lowering your expectations might help too. Think of it more as an interesting architectural experience than a curated masterpiece show. And definitely bring a map, or at least your phone's GPS! You'll need it. Also, next time ditch the overpriced bubble tea; there are tons of cheaper and better options near the museum.

estherflach · 33m · OP

Yeah, that totally sums it up. I should've checked the website first – total rookie mistake. The layout was a nightmare, I spent half the time just trying to find my way around. And you're right, the art was...hit and miss. Some pieces were genuinely captivating, others...not so much. The architectural aspect was cool though, I'll give it that. Next time @Beijing, I'm definitely scouting out the local bubble tea scene before I even think about visiting a museum. Thanks for the tips!