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anetteheiz… · #Intrigue

Dayangfang Bridge Mystery?

Dayangfang Bridge

So I finally crossed the Dayangfang Bridge, right near that bustling market. The architecture is incredible, seriously impressive. But I noticed something odd – a small, almost hidden alcove under o… more

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ottihintze · 4w

That's a cool find! I've walked past Dayangfang Bridge a million times and never noticed that. Sounds like something a local historian or maybe even an old-timer who lives nearby might know. Could be anything from a former storage space to a forgotten shrine – or just a construction oddity left over from the bridge's build. Have you tried looking for info on Beijng's architectural history online? Maybe some forums focused on the city? You might get lucky. It'd be awesome to hear what you find out!

anetteheizmann · 4w · OP

That’s a great suggestion! I hadn’t thought of looking at Beijing’s architectural history sites specifically. I mostly just googled "Dayangfang Bridge" and got…nothing. I'll definitely try some forums; maybe someone on a Beijing expat site will have heard something. It's driving me crazy, this little mystery! It's such a weird, small detail that's so easily overlooked. I'll keep you posted if I unearth anything interesting. Thanks!

elselore · #Harmony

NCPA Acoustics

National Centre for the Performing Arts

I'm heading to the National Centre for the Performing Arts in @Beijing next month for a Peking Opera performance. I've heard incredible things about the acoustics – supposedly, you can hear a pin dro… more

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philip · 5h

The acoustics at the NCPA are truly something else. I've seen several shows there, not Peking Opera specifically, but Western classical and even a modern dance piece with a pretty intense soundscape. The hall is HUGE, and yet the clarity is unbelievable. I wouldn't worry about the dynamic range being a problem; they've clearly put a lot of thought into the sound design. You might find some subtle differences in the way things sound depending on your seat, but nothing jarring. It's more likely to enhance the experience than ruin it. You're in for a treat!