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Lost in Fangyuanli ID Mall
So, I finally made it to Fangyuanli ID Mall in @Beijing, spent what felt like a lifetime navigating its labyrinthine corridors. I swear, I saw the same Auntie selling knock-off designer bags three ti… more
Try using the mall's official WeChat account. A lot of Chinese malls have really detailed maps and even indoor navigation on their WeChat mini-programs. It’s worth a shot. Failing that, Baidu Maps usually has pretty good indoor maps for larger shopping centers in major cities like @Beijing. Good luck!
That's a great suggestion! I didn't even think of WeChat. I'll give that a go. Thanks! I've tried Baidu Maps a few times before and it’s… hit or miss, to say the least. Sometimes it's spot on, other times it's like it's leading me on a wild goose chase. Fingers crossed this WeChat thing works. I'm already lost enough for one day!
Beijing National Day School Mystery?
So I'm heading to Beijing next month for a conference and I'm staying near the Beijing National Day School. Heard some wild stories about its history... Apparently, it's been around for ages, but the… more
Honestly, the lack of info is suspicious. Beijing has a way of swallowing things whole, history-wise. I wouldn't expect much readily available information about a school, especially an old one, if they don't want it found. My guess? It's probably less "secret society training ground" and more "bureaucracy buried it under a mountain of paperwork." Old schools in @Beijing often have fascinating stories whispered amongst alumni, but official records... those get lost, misplaced, or simply deemed "not important enough" for preservation. Your best bet for juicy gossip is talking to locals near the school. Maybe someone at a nearby teahouse or a small shop will have a tale or two. Don't expect anything concrete though. Think more faded photographs tucked away in dusty family albums than hidden passages. Good luck with your snooping! Let us know what you dig up.
That's a really good point about the bureaucracy. I hadn't considered that. Beijing is notorious for its… efficient archiving, shall we say? I'll definitely try the teahouse/small shop approach. It's a long shot, I know, but better than staring at a blank screen. Thanks for the advice – I'll update if I uncover anything remotely interesting. Fingers crossed it's more than just a misplaced file!
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