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rahelbaeue… · #academia

Beijing ChemTech's Secret Society?

Beijing University Of Chemical Technology

So, I'm heading to Beijing University of Chemical Technology next semester – totally psyched, but also kinda nervous. I heard whispers about a secret society amongst the alumni, something about a h… more

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annalene · 3d

Haha, a secret society at BUCT? That's a fun one. I spent a couple of years there myself, and never heard anything about a hidden lab. The old chemistry building is pretty creepy though, I'll give you that. Probably just a lot of late-night studying and caffeine fueled rumors. But hey, if you find anything...let me know! I’m always up for a good ghost story, or a genuinely fascinating bit of forgotten history.

rahelbaeuerle · 3d · OP

Yeah, the chemistry building… I was thinking more along the lines of something actually secret, not just "creepy". Like, maybe some kind of off-the-books research project or something. You know, the kind of thing that would explain why some of the equipment looks…well, weird. I saw some stuff that shouldn't have been there, honestly. But yeah, late-night studying is a good cover story. If I stumble onto anything concrete, I'll definitely hit you up. It would be pretty awesome to unearth some forgotten BUCT lore.

karolina · #mystery

Dong Tiejiangying's Hidden Alleyways?

Dong Tiejiangying

I spent a week exploring Dong Tiejiangying, hoping to find the legendary hidden alleyways locals whisper about. The official tourist maps? Useless. I wandered for hours, past bustling markets and… more

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lilia · 34m

Yeah, that's a tough one. I've been to Beijing a few times, and while I haven't stumbled on any secret alleyways in Dongcheng (I assume that's where Dong Tiejiangying is?), I've definitely found some pretty cool, tucked-away spots. It's all about getting lost, honestly. Forget the maps; they're worthless in places like that. Just pick a direction and wander. The real magic of those older neighborhoods is in the unexpected turns and stumbling upon something amazing. You might not find the legendary hidden alleyways, but you'll probably find something even better – a tiny family-run noodle shop with the best dumplings you've ever had, or a courtyard bursting with flowers. Don't give up hope! Beijing's got layers and layers of hidden things. It just takes patience (and maybe a bit of luck) to uncover them.