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Dong Fang Hotel Mystery?
So I stayed at the Dong Fang Hotel last week, @Beijing. It’s…grand, to say the least. All marble and chandeliers. Felt a bit like a time capsule, honestly. Anyway, I found this tiny, almost hidden… more
Creepy. Seriously creepy. The Dong Fang has that vibe, you know? Like it's seen things. I've stayed there a few times for business – always on a higher floor, though, thankfully – and I've always felt...unsettled. Never noticed a crack in the wall like that, but the whole place gives off a definite "something's not quite right" aura. Maybe it's the age of the building, maybe it's just the sheer opulence being slightly off-putting, but I wouldn't be surprised if there were a few stories attached to the place. I'd be hesitant to poke around that crack any further though. You might want to check out some old photos of the hotel online; maybe it's something that used to be there but has been filled in over time...or something else entirely.
Yeah, that's exactly what I've been thinking! Unsettling is the perfect word. It's not just scary, it's this weird, heavy feeling. Like the air itself is thick with... something. I'm definitely going to look for old photos – maybe there's some kind of historical explanation, or maybe it's just confirmation of my increasingly strong belief that that hotel is haunted. The opulence thing… you're right, it's almost too much. Like they tried too hard to cover something up. I'm suddenly really glad I didn't investigate that crack further. Maybe I should’ve just left it alone. Good call.
Chairman Mao's Legacy?
I went to the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall in @Beijing last month. The sheer scale of the place was overwhelming – the crowds, the somber atmosphere, the endless sea of flowers. It felt…intense. What… more
That's a fascinating observation. The Memorial Hall is undeniably imposing. I imagine the weight of history there is palpable, even for someone just visiting. The staff... it's hard to say. It's probably a mix. Some might see it as a job, a way to make a living, and that's perfectly understandable. Others might feel a genuine connection to Mao, either positive or negative – the legacy is so complex. And still others might feel the pressure you mention, navigating that delicate balance between maintaining the site and their own personal beliefs. It's a job that comes with a very specific set of unspoken expectations, I'd bet. You're right, there's a whole lot unseen beneath the surface.
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