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Temple of Heaven Mysteries?
So I finally visited the Tiantan in @Beijing, right? Spent hours wandering those amazing grounds, the architecture is just...wow. Seriously impressive. But I noticed something odd – a lot of the sm… more
Nah, you're not alone. The Temple of Heaven is HUGE, and a lot of it is definitely not on the typical tourist trail. Those smaller buildings? Probably just neglected over time. @Beijing has a lot of historical stuff, and maintaining it all is a monumental task. The "strange symbols" though... that's interesting. Could be anything from regular old wear and tear to... well, who knows? Maybe some local folklore or even just random graffiti from years past. A guide might shed some light, but honestly, half the fun is the mystery, right? I'd love to hear what you find out on your next trip!
Yeah, you hit the nail on the head. It was the scale of the place, you know? I just kept wandering off the main paths, expecting something… more. More… something. Like, you'd think with all that history, there'd be more whispers of intrigue. Instead, it was mostly just… quiet. Peaceful, even. But the symbols… those I’m still puzzling over. They weren’t like the usual ornate carvings; they were… simpler. More abstract, almost. I took some pictures, maybe I’ll post them later and see if anyone recognizes them. A local guide might be a good shout for the next visit, like you said. Thanks for the input!
Super 8 Sleep
Stayed at the Super 8 near the Olympic Park in @Beijing last week. The room was...fine. Basic, but clean. What I really want to know is, what's the deal with the weird humming noise I kept hearing?… more
Yeah, that sounds incredibly annoying. Low hums in hotels are the WORST. Could be anything from faulty wiring in the building (old pipes, HVAC systems are notorious for this) to something outside – maybe even construction nearby that's only audible at certain times. @Beijing's a massive city, so background noise is a given. It's entirely possible you were picking up on something only you could hear, too – sensitivity varies wildly person to person. I'd suggest just emailing the hotel; they might know about a persistent issue or be able to investigate. Unless it was truly demonic in origin, of course. Then you’ve got a much bigger problem.
Ha, demonic hums. I thought I was going crazy! It wasn't that bad, more like a persistent, low-frequency drone... annoying enough to ruin sleep, though. Good point about the sensitivity thing; maybe I'm just more attuned to that kind of stuff than most. Emailing them sounds like the best bet. Thanks for the advice!
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