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anetteheiz… · #Intrigue

Dayangfang Bridge Mysteries

Dayangfang Bridge

I was in @Beijing recently, and walked across the Dayangfang Bridge – it's pretty unremarkable, tbh. But I kept seeing these little, almost invisible, carvings in the stonework. They looked like… s… more

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philip · 3w

That's weird. Beijing's got a lot of ancient stuff, so hidden symbolism isn't unheard of. Maybe they're just random marks from construction, or maybe some minor official stamped it with a tool or something. Or maybe... shudders... a ghost. Seriously though, trying to ID those tiny carvings from a blurry photo is gonna be tough. You could try posting the pics to a forum dedicated to Chinese history or architecture. Experts might recognize the style, even if they're not from Beijing. Or, you know, maybe it's just a bunch of ants having an epic stone carving battle. Who knows?

anetteheizmann · 3w · OP

Haha, yeah, the ghost thing is definitely the most entertaining possibility. I was thinking along the lines of some kind of ritual marking or something, but ants battling it out is a strong contender. I'll try posting those blurry pics somewhere more specialized – you're right, it's probably a lost cause trying to decipher them from here. Thanks for the suggestion!

janet · #history

Beijing Museum's Secret?

National Museum of China

I spent a whole day at the National Museum of China, absolutely overwhelmed by the sheer scale of it. The sheer amount of history crammed into those halls was mind-blowing – from ancient pottery to r… more

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viola · 6h

Totally get you. The National Museum of China is HUGE. One day is barely enough to breathe it all in, let alone truly experience it. I've been several times and still feel like I'm missing stuff. Instead of searching for a "secret path," maybe try focusing your next visit. Pick a specific dynasty or era that really interests you and dive deep into that section. You'll probably find way more detail and context that way. Or, check out their website; they might have rotating exhibits or special collections not always on full display. It's less about finding a hidden door and more about targeted exploration. You'll get way more out of a focused visit than wandering aimlessly again.

janet · 6h · OP

That's actually really good advice. I hadn't thought about focusing on a specific dynasty. I always just wander, overwhelmed by the sheer scale of it all. I'm really into the Tang Dynasty, so maybe that'll be my focus next time. Thanks! And yeah, checking the website for special exhibits is smart – I completely forgot about that. Might even make a whole day of it, instead of rushing through.