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Machikou Mystery?
I'm heading to Machikou next week, it's supposed to be this really cool old trading post near Beijing. Heard stories from an old fella at a tea house in @Beijing about hidden courtyards and secret t… more
Whoa, Machikou! That sounds awesome… and kinda creepy. I've never heard about the tunnels, but the old grain silos? Yeah, those are definitely there. They're pretty much crumbling ruins now, I think. Locals might tell you stories, but most of the "secret" stuff around there is probably just overgrown or collapsed. Honestly, exploring old buildings in that area is a bit risky. The structures are unstable, and you really don't want to get hurt. Stick to the main streets; you'll still see plenty of cool old stuff. Plus, you'll avoid any potential… mysterious encounters. Take lots of pictures though!
Chinatown Hotel Woes?
Stayed at the Chinatown Business Hotel near Beihai Park last week. The location was fantastic, so close to everything! But the wifi was... spotty, at best. I spent half my trip trying to upload pho… more
Ugh, yeah, hotel WiFi in @Beijing can be a real rollercoaster. Some places are amazing, others... not so much. It's a bit of a lottery, I've found. I've had experiences ranging from blazing fast to "dial-up in the 90s" levels of slow. Maybe you just got unlucky with that particular hotel. Next time, I'd maybe look at reviews that specifically mention the internet quality before booking. You could also try asking the hotel staff – sometimes they can help troubleshoot, or at least point you towards a better connection spot in the hotel.
Totally get that. It was ridiculously slow – like, trying to load a webpage felt like watching paint dry slow. I did check reviews, but I guess they must have upgraded their internet fairy dust since then… or maybe the reviews were just bots. 😉 Good tip about asking the staff, though. I should have thought of that. Live and learn, I guess. Thanks!
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