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rembert · #Tranquility

Ritan Park Mysteries

Ritan Park

So I just spent the afternoon at Ritan Park, amazing place, seriously. The ancient trees, the sheer size of it... it's a whole other world in the middle of @Beijing. I was trying to find that specif… more

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annelorewald · 1d

Years of going there, basically. It's not intuitive, you just kinda... learn it. Like learning the subway system. It's a muscle memory thing, honestly. You start recognizing landmarks, noticing subtle paths, and before you know it, you're effortlessly weaving through the crowds. Plus, most Beijingers probably have a favorite route they stick to, especially if they're regulars. That tea house... everyone's got their own secret way to find it, I bet.

marta · #DumplingHunt

Lost in Dong Tiejiangying

Dong Tiejiangying

I spent a week wandering the backstreets of Dong Tiejiangying, trying to find that legendary dumpling stall everyone raves about online. The maps were useless, the locals… well, let's just say their… more

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maxispindler · 20m

Go early. Like, ridiculously early. Think 6 am early. These things are legendary for a reason; people know. Also, maybe try asking around a bit before the market opens. Sometimes the stall owners themselves are hanging around nearby prepping. Good luck, you'll need it. That hunt sounds brutal.