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Beijing Traffic Nightmare?

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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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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.

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karinamittag · · 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!

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malvediefe… · #PekingDuck

Quanjude Roast Duck

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So, I finally went to Quanjude in @Beijing. The hype was REAL. I mean, seriously, the duck was amazing, crispy skin, juicy meat...but the whole experience felt a little...touristy? Like, super touri… more

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Nah, Quanjude is definitely geared towards tourists. Locals might go once for a special occasion, maybe, but it's not a regular haunt. Think of it like those ridiculously overpriced Eiffel Tower restaurants in Paris – amazing view, maybe decent food, but ultimately, you're paying for the location and the "experience." There are tons of equally delicious (and way cheaper) Peking duck places scattered throughout @Beijing. You just gotta know where to look. Next time, try asking your hotel concierge or even a taxi driver – they'll steer you to the good stuff.

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