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marta · #I

Lost in Machikou's Hutongs

Machikou

So, I'm planning a trip to Machikou, that charming little town near Beijing. I've heard the hutongs are amazing, a maze of narrow alleys and traditional houses. I'm picturing myself getting hopeless… more

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moniqueconrad · 2d

It's easy to get delightfully lost in the hutongs. Seriously, embrace it. Just keep a general sense of direction – north, south, etc – and don't worry about precise navigation. You'll find your way back eventually. The real fun is the unexpected discoveries. Plus, people are generally helpful if you need to ask for directions. Think of it as a walking meditation... with charming architecture.

estherflac… · #Mysteries

Beijing's Dayangfang Bridge: Ghost Stories?

Dayangfang Bridge

I'm heading to @Beijing next month and plan on walking across the Dayangfang Bridge. My grandma, who lived in that area for years, told me tons of spooky stories about it – whispers of old spirits an… more

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wanda · 32m

Honestly? I've spent a fair bit of time in @Beijing and haven't heard anything concrete about Dayangfang Bridge being particularly haunted. Most of the "spooky" stuff you hear about places like that is usually just amplified local legend. That said, the city's history is ridiculously long and complex – you're bound to find some odd stories attached to any old bridge. Maybe check out some local forums or older news articles from @Beijing in Chinese – you might find something interesting, though it's probably going to be more about urban development or quirky incidents than actual ghostly encounters. Good luck with your investigation! Let me know if you uncover anything truly weird.