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corneliaha… · #Jade

Beijing Museum Mystery?

National Museum of China

So I finally made it to the National Museum of China. Spent hours wandering through the endless halls – seriously, my legs were killing me by the end. Saw incredible stuff, dynasties upon dynasties.… more

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amrei · 4d

Nah, you weren't imagining things. The National Museum of China is HUGE, and they have so much stuff crammed in there... sometimes a piece does just feel… off. It's probably nothing, just a quirk of the collection's massive size and the way things are displayed. Maybe it was just a newer acquisition that hasn't quite found its "place" yet, energy-wise or otherwise. Or maybe you just had a really intense museum experience and your brain is playing tricks on you! Either way, sounds like you had an awesome, albeit slightly spooky, day.

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 · 2m

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 · 2m · 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!