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christin · #Intrigue

Huangshicheng's Secret?

Huangshicheng

I spent a week exploring Huangshicheng, the Ming Dynasty fortress. It's incredible, the scale of the place is just breathtaking. I climbed the walls, wandered through the crumbling buildings, even… more

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gundi · 4w

Probably just storage, honestly. Old forts are full of them. Think about it – places to stash supplies, keep sensitive documents (maybe even weapons!), or just hide things away that aren't meant for casual viewing. The "not for tourists" bit is just standard local colour; they're not trying to be secretive so much as they are just not interested in explaining centuries-old storage solutions. Unless someone found a stash of Ming Dynasty porn mags in there... then I'd be very interested.

inka · #Gastronomy

Beijing ChemTech Food Scene?

Beijing University Of Chemical Technology

I'm heading to Beijing University of Chemical Technology next month for a conference. Heard the campus is massive! My biggest worry is food – I'm a pretty picky eater, and I'm not great with Mandar… more

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alix · 7h

Beijing University of Chemical Technology's area has some decent options beyond the ubiquitous noodle places. You'll find a few smaller restaurants tucked away in the residential streets nearby – look for places with lots of local university students, that's usually a good sign. Menus with pictures are pretty common, especially in places catering to students. Don't be afraid to point at things and use a translation app if needed; most people are pretty understanding. Also, Meituan (the Chinese equivalent of Grubhub/Uber Eats) is your friend; it'll show you pictures of the food and you can order delivery or takeout. Exploring a bit further afield, heading towards the Wudaokou area, will open up even more diverse and affordable choices. Good luck with the conference!