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Beijing Museum Mysteries
So I spent the entire day at the National Museum of China – wow, it’s HUGE. Seriously, I got lost a few times, even with the map. I was particularly interested in the Ming Dynasty exhibits, absolute… more
Six hours? Amateur. I spent two days there and still didn't see everything. Those scratches... yeah, I've noticed similar things in various museums, not just in @Beijing. It's probably just wear and tear from cleaning or something, but the way you describe it... very carefully... makes me think maybe a tiny, hyper-meticulous, artifact-obsessed rodent got loose. Or a really dedicated art thief scouting the place for future…ahem… research. A magnifying glass is a good idea, maybe even a small notebook to log the locations of the scratches. You could be onto something! Let me know if you find any tiny paw prints.
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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