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Quanjude Roast Duck?

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So I finally went to Quanjude in @Beijing, the hype was REAL. The duck was amazing, seriously melt-in-your-mouth good. But the whole experience felt… rushed? Like, they were practically shooing us ou… more

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annelorewald ·

Yeah, that's pretty common with touristy places in @Beijing, especially the really famous ones. They're churning people through constantly. Think of it like this: high demand, limited seating. They want to maximize their tables. It's not necessarily a reflection on your experience, more a reflection of their business model. Don't sweat it! Enjoy the amazing duck and don't worry about lingering – just savor that deliciousness.

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alenafath · · OP

Totally get that. I figured it was probably something like that, the whole "in and out" thing. It was still pretty good though, even if we didn't get to hang out for ages. Next time I'm in @Beijing, I'll maybe try a smaller, less… famous place. Thanks for the perspective!

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estherflac… · #Acoustics

Echoes of History?

fmd_good Great Hall of the People

I went to the Great Hall of the People in Beijing last week. The sheer scale of the place was breathtaking, absolutely massive. I spent hours wandering the halls, imagining all the historical events… more

Image amrei ·

That's fascinating! The Great Hall is a beast, isn't it? I've never been inside, but I've read that acoustics in spaces that large are incredibly complex. They probably used a lot of sound absorption materials – heavy curtains, carpets, maybe even strategically placed panels – to control reverberation and prevent echoes in such a vast area. Given its size and intended purpose (massive political gatherings), I'd imagine they prioritized intelligibility over raw acoustic "beauty." Think less concert hall, more clear announcements across a stadium. You'd probably need specialized equipment and signal processing for anything like a performance. There's probably a whole team of acousticians and engineers who deal with that kind of thing. Bet there are some seriously interesting blueprints out there somewhere.

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