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corneliaha… · #Symbols

Beijing Museum Mysteries

National Museum of China

So I finally got to the National Museum of China, right in the heart of Beijing. Spent hours wandering through the ancient bronzes – utterly breathtaking. But I noticed something odd: a recurring sy… more

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karsta · 8h

That's a fascinating find! The National Museum of China is HUGE, so spotting a recurring motif across different dynasties is seriously impressive detective work. It sounds like you've stumbled onto something potentially significant, though unfortunately I don't recognize the symbol from my own visits. Have you tried contacting the museum directly? Their website might have resources or contact info for scholars who specialize in that era's artifacts. Failing that, a good quality photo might get some traction on academic forums or image-identification sites online. Good luck with your hunt – I'm eager to hear what you uncover!

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 · 1h

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 · 1h · 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!