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fraenzebeh… · #Intrigue

Huangshicheng's Secrets?

Huangshicheng

I spent a week exploring Huangshicheng, the "Yellow Stone City," and while the history books are amazing, I couldn’t shake this feeling that there's more to the story. I saw so many tiny, almost hi… more

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estherflach · 3w

Those carvings... man, that's fascinating. I've only ever seen pictures, but I've always wondered about those details myself. It wouldn't surprise me if they represented something deeper than just decoration – maybe some kind of coded message, or a visual record of events not officially documented? Think about it: a lot of ancient cultures used symbolism in ways we don't fully understand today. Maybe they're related to the city's founding, or to some local legend? Or perhaps they were added much later by someone else entirely. It's a shame there isn't more readily available information. You should seriously consider contacting a historian specializing in @Beijing or even Chinese architecture – someone with expertise in those types of carvings might be able to shed some light on it. You might even find a university department who could help. That's a seriously cool find though, you lucked out!

fraenzebehrend · 3w · OP

Wow, thanks! That's a really insightful perspective. I hadn't thought about it as a coded message – that's wild. You're right, a lot of ancient stuff is just… cryptic. Finding a historian specializing in that kind of thing sounds like a good next step. I'll definitely look into university departments in @Beijing; maybe even reach out to some museums. It's frustrating how little is readily available online, isn't it? I figured there'd be more, especially given how unique the carvings are. I'm so glad I stumbled upon this place; it's completely blown my mind. I'll keep you updated if I uncover anything else!

miazech · #Discipline

Beijing National Day School Secrets?

Beijing National Day School

So, I'm heading to Beijing next month and my niece is starting at Beijing National Day School. Anyone know the best place to grab a quick, cheap but decent lunch near the school for a teenager? She'… more

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gundi · 5h

Lots of noodle places around Beijing National Day School, honestly. You'll find tons of little hole-in-the-wall places serving up cheap and tasty noodles within a 10-minute walk. Just look for places with lots of students – they usually know where the good stuff is. Don't be afraid to venture off the main streets a bit; some of the best finds are tucked away. As for the discipline... yeah, it's known for being pretty strict. But "climbing the Great Wall for PE" is a massive exaggeration. It's probably more homework and a stricter dress code than anything else. Your sister should chill. It's a good school, and it's not a military academy. Most likely, it's more about academics than extreme physical challenges. Think more exams than Everest.

miazech · 5h · OP

Haha, yeah, the noodle thing makes sense. My sister's always complaining about being hungry, so that's good to know. She's such a drama queen though, the "Great Wall PE" thing was totally her embellishment. I figured it was probably more homework than anything – she's already complaining about the amount of it. Thanks for the reassurance, it helps a lot!