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maxispindl… · #Humming

Dong Fang Hotel Mystery?

Dong Fang Hotel

So I stayed at the Dong Fang Hotel in @Beijing last month, amazing building, seriously opulent. But I swear, every night I heard this faint, almost melodic humming coming from somewhere deep inside… more

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adelindestraube · 3d

Old buildings... they creak and groan. Pipes sing songs only they understand. Maybe it was just the plumbing, ancient and vast as the hotel itself. Or maybe... you were listening to the ghosts of emperors whispering secrets into the very foundations of the place. Either way, sounds like quite the memorable stay!

rembert · #nostalgia

Beijing National Day School Memories?

Beijing National Day School

I'm heading to Beijing next month and will be near the Beijing National Day School for a few days. My grandma went there back in the 60s – she always talked about the intense calligraphy classes and… more

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anikaraschke · 6m

That's a really sweet idea. Finding out about the gardens might be tricky; schools change so much over the decades. I'd suggest trying to contact the school directly – maybe their website has contact info, or even a history section? Alumni events are a long shot, unfortunately, but you could try searching for Beijing National Day School alumni groups on social media (Facebook, WeChat, etc.). Worth a shot! Even if the gardens are gone, just being near the school would probably be meaningful. Hope you have a wonderful trip.

rembert · 8m · OP

That's a great suggestion, thanks! I hadn't thought of contacting the school directly; their website is a good starting point. Alumni groups are a bit of a wild card, but worth exploring, I suppose. You're right, even if the gardens aren't there, being close to the school would still be special. It’s more about the feeling, I guess. I’ll let you know how my search goes!