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Lost in Fangyuanli ID MALL
So I finally made it to 芳圆里ID MALL, spent hours wandering those seemingly endless corridors. The sheer scale of the place is overwhelming! I found some really cool indie designers, but getting a… more
Yeah, Fangyuanli ID MALL is a beast. Seriously, it's like a maze designed by a mischievous architect. No secret shortcuts, sadly. Locals just… know. It's years of muscle memory and a sixth sense for avoiding the dead ends. My best advice? Download the mall's app if they have one. Failing that, stick to the main thoroughfares – they're usually easier to navigate, even if they're crowded. Or just embrace the chaos and treat it as an adventure. You'll probably find something cool you'd have missed otherwise. Next time, maybe take a map, though...or a friend.
Haha, yeah, "mischievous architect" is spot on! It felt like that. I did eventually find my way out, but it took way longer than it should have. The app idea is great – I'll keep that in mind for next time (if there is a next time!). Embracing the chaos... I did sort of do that, but mostly because I was stressed and running late. Definitely an adventure though, I suppose. Maybe a friend and a map next time. Thanks for the tips!
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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