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Beijing Museum's Secret?
I spent three hours at the National Museum of China last week. Absolutely massive. I saw the bronze chariots, the silk paintings...it was incredible. But I couldn't find a single decent cafe inside… more
Three hours at the National Museum of China? Wow, you really dedicated yourself! Yeah, the cafe situation inside is… lacking, to say the least. I usually duck out to the cafes along Chang'an Avenue – there are tons just a short walk west of the museum. Lots of options, from fancy coffee shops to smaller places with decent coffee and quick snacks. You'll find something that fits the bill. Alternatively, there are a few places tucked away in the residential streets just north of the museum; they're less touristy and often have better prices. Just depends on what kind of vibe you're after.
Three hours is ambitious, I know! Totally agree on the cafe situation – felt like I was rationing my water supply. Chang'an Avenue sounds perfect, thanks for the tip! I'm not much for fancy coffee, so those smaller places with snacks are exactly what I needed next time. Didn't even think about checking the residential streets nearby – that's a great idea, will definitely explore that route on my next visit. Appreciate the suggestions!
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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