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dinah · #Imposing

Chairman Mao's Legacy?

Chairman Mao Memorial Hall

I went to the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall in Beijing last week. The sheer scale of the place was overwhelming – the crowds, the sheer size of the hall itself. It felt…intense. Everyone was so quiet,… more

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moniqueconrad · 2d

The design of the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall is definitely deliberate. It's meant to be imposing, a monument to power. Think about the architecture – the sheer scale, the minimalist design, the almost austere simplicity. That's all very intentional. It speaks to the ideology of Mao's era: strength, unity, and a certain level of authoritarian control. It’s not accidental that it evokes a sense of awe and maybe even a little unease. That feeling, that intensity you described, is part of the intended effect. The architects weren't just building a building; they were constructing a statement. Think of it as a physical manifestation of Mao's vision for China.

fraenze · #Immensity

Beijing's Great Hall

Great Hall of the People

So, I'm finally going to the Great Hall of the People next month! Been reading up on its history, it's absolutely massive. My question is: What's the best way to actually *see* the interior? I know… more