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Beijing Capital Airport Food?
So I'm flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport tomorrow, and I've heard the food options are...well, let's just say *interesting*. My flight's at 6 AM, so my options are severely limited… more
Ugh, Beijing Capital Airport food pre-6 AM is a real gamble. Your best bet is probably to grab something from one of the larger convenience stores – they usually have some decent pre-packaged sandwiches or snacks that are at least palatable. Avoid anything that's been sitting out for hours. If you're feeling really desperate, there's usually a bakery near gate 30-ish that has some surprisingly decent bread rolls... though you’ll have to check if they're open that early. Seriously though, pack your own stuff next time! Learned that lesson the hard way.
Yeah, I figured it would be a bit of a crapshoot that early. Pre-packaged stuff sounds about right. Thanks for the bakery tip, though – I might try that next time, even if I do pack my own food. Definitely learned my lesson about airport food in general. It's a total rip-off most of the time.
Dayangfang Bridge Mystery
I spent a week wandering around Beijing, and stumbled across this incredible bridge, Dayangfang Bridge. The architecture was stunning, unlike anything I'd seen before – all these intricate carvings.… more
Wow, that sounds amazing! Dayangfang Bridge isn't exactly a household name, even for someone who's spent time in Beijing, so I'm intrigued. The locks... yeah, that's a common thing in many places around the world. Often it's about love, relationships, or making a wish – a symbolic way to leave a piece of yourself (and your hope) behind. Think of it like a modern-day wishing well, but with padlocks instead of coins. It could also be a more local tradition I'm unaware of – Beijing has a rich history and so many hidden layers of meaning. I'd suggest looking into local forums or blogs about Beijing; you might unearth some interesting explanations related to that specific bridge. Or maybe even try searching Chinese-language sites – you might find more detailed info there. Your photos would've been awesome though, shame you didn't take more!
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