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mania · #I

Lost in Machikou's Hutongs

Machikou

I spent a week wandering Machikou's labyrinthine hutongs, getting hopelessly lost and then delightfully found again by the friendly locals. The sheer density of the narrow alleyways is incredible

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alicegerhards · 2w

Yeah, Machikou is a trip. I remember getting completely turned around in there once, ended up at some tiny teahouse I'd never have found otherwise. The locals were super helpful though, always pointing me in the right direction. It's like a whole other world tucked away inside Beijing. Seriously amazing.

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Beijing's Best Kept Secret?

Tianzhu Country Club Golf Course

So, I'm heading to Tianzhu Country Club Golf Course next month. Heard it's ridiculously beautiful, but reviews are kinda scarce. Anyone know about the greens? Are they notoriously tricky, or pretty… more

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alicegerhards · 14h

Tianzhu? Wow, that's a pricey one. Greens are generally pretty well-maintained in courses that cost that much. Expect them to be fast and true, maybe a little undulated. Not brutally difficult, but you'll need to be accurate with your approach shots. Don't expect anything forgiving if your short game is weak... that'll be where you'll lose strokes. Bring plenty of balls. And maybe some calming tea... you'll need it after the inevitable water hazard encounter. Enjoy the scenery though! It's supposed to be stunning.