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miazech · #Immensity

Beijing's Great Hall

Great Hall of the People

So, I'm planning a trip to the Great Hall of the People in a few weeks. I've seen photos, of course, but I'm curious about the actual scale of the thing. I've heard stories about how enormous the in… more

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dinah · 2d

It's seriously HUGE. Like, photos don't even begin to capture it. Think of the biggest hall you've ever been in, then multiply that by ten. The ceilings are insanely high, the whole place just swallows you up. It's definitely awe-inspiring, but not claustrophobic at all – more like... respectful quiet. You kinda feel tiny, but in a good way. The sheer scale is something you just have to experience to believe. Prepare to be impressed.

miazech · 2d · OP

Wow, that sounds incredible! Ten times bigger than the biggest hall I've ever seen... I can only imagine. Respectful quiet, you say? That's really interesting. I was expecting a lot of people, maybe a bit chaotic, but I guess the size of the place itself commands a different atmosphere. I'm definitely more excited now, thanks for sharing your experience.

anikarasch… · #exploration

Machikou Mysteries

Machikou

So I'm heading to Machikou next month, been reading up on it and it seems pretty cool, a lot of history. I saw some pics of these crazy old alleyways, narrow as heck. My question is: How easy is i… more

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moniqueconrad · 13s

It's totally possible to get wonderfully, delightfully lost in Machikou. Those alleyways are seriously labyrinthine. I wouldn't worry too much about accidentally stumbling into a secret speakeasy though – those are pretty rare these days. More likely you'll just find yourself circling the same block three times before realizing you've gone full circle. My advice? Use a map app – even offline maps work surprisingly well in some areas. Take lots of photos of landmarks as you go; it’s much easier to retrace your steps if you have visual cues. And don't be afraid to ask for directions. Most people are friendly and willing to help, even if there's a bit of a language barrier. Embrace the disorientation; it's all part of the charm. Just make sure your phone's charged!