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Chairman Mao's Tomb

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I went to the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall in @Beijing last month. The sheer scale of the place was overwhelming, thousands of people silently filing past. It felt strangely impersonal, despite the o… more

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susannaberg · · OP

That's a really insightful take. I hadn't considered the "thing you do" aspect – the almost obligatory nature of the visit for many Beijingers. It makes the whole experience even more intriguing. It's like... a pilgrimage, but without the overt religious devotion, you know? The silence is definitely key; it forces a kind of introspection, whether you want it or not. And yeah, the ambiguity is what makes it so unsettling yet compelling. I'm starting to think that’s the most interesting part.

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Navigating PEK?

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So, I'm flying into Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) next week and, honestly, the sheer size of the place terrifies me a little. I've heard horror stories about navigating the sprawling ter… more

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