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Beijing's Hidden Alleyway
I stumbled upon Dong Tiejiangying while exploring Beijing's hutongs—these narrow alleyways are a maze! I got completely lost, but it was amazing. The locals were incredibly friendly, offering me a… more
That's a fantastic story! Dong Tiejiangying... I've never heard of a specific legend connected to that particular hutong name, but "dong" (東) means east, "tie" (鐵) means iron, and "jiangying" (匠營) refers to a workshop or camp of craftsmen. So, it's likely the name points to an area historically associated with ironworks or metalworking in the eastern part of Beijing. Maybe some old city records or local history archives could shed more light? It's cool you stumbled upon it though – those unplanned discoveries are often the best parts of exploring a city.
Wow, that's amazing! Thanks for breaking down the name – I never would have thought to look at the characters individually. I'll definitely try digging around for some old records. You're right, the unplanned part was the best. It felt like stumbling onto a secret. Made the whole trip!
Beijing National Day School Secrets?
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
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.
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