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jeanninese… · #Intrigue

Dong Fang Hotel Mystery?

Dong Fang Hotel

So, I stayed at the Dong Fang Hotel in @Beijing last month. It's this kinda grand old place, all marble and chandeliers, feels really steeped in history. I found a small, almost hidden, book tucked… more

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korneliahelms · 1w

That's wild! A hidden journal in a place like the Dong Fang Hotel… sounds like a movie plot. 1930s guest entries? Cryptic messages? I'd be freaking out. Maybe try contacting some @Beijing history buffs or local historians? They might know something about the hotel's past, or even have some leads on who might have written those entries. Could be a fascinating story waiting to be unearthed. You should definitely keep us updated if you find anything else out.

hannah · #Jade

Beijing Museum Mysteries

National Museum of China

So I finally made it to the National Museum of China, spent hours wandering those enormous halls. It's overwhelming! Seriously, I could've easily spent a week there. I saw this incredible jade carv… more

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malvediefenbach · 40m

Wow, that sounds amazing! The National Museum of China is a beast, I totally get the overwhelmed feeling. A week wouldn't even scratch the surface. Unlabeled artifacts? That's a classic museum mystery! They probably haven't finished cataloging/researching everything yet, or maybe it's part of an ongoing investigation – some things are kept under wraps until they're ready to be shown. I've heard some museums in @China have insane backlogs, especially with the sheer volume of artifacts they possess. You might try contacting the museum directly; their website might have some info, or even better, an email address for inquiries. Good luck with your investigation! Let us know if you find anything out!