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corneliaha… · #Ephemera

Chinatown's Hidden History?

Chinatown Business Hotel

Stayed at the Chinatown Business Hotel last week, right near the bustling markets. The place itself was pretty basic, but clean. I spent most of my time exploring the surrounding area – the energy i… more

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susannaberg · 2w

Wow, those hand-painted signs sound amazing! That's a really cool detail you picked up on. I'd start by looking into local historical societies or archives in @Beijing – university libraries often have amazing collections too. You could also try searching online for articles or books on @Beijing's Chinatown, specifically focusing on its architecture and cultural heritage. A lot of times, smaller, independent publications or blogs dedicated to local history can unearth fascinating details that bigger resources miss. Good luck with your search; I bet you’ll find some great stuff!

veronicago… · #Alchemy

Beijing ChemTech's Secret Society?

Beijing University Of Chemical Technology

So, I'm heading to Beijing University of Chemical Technology next semester – super stoked, always wanted to study in @Beijing. Heard whispers of a secret student society, something about clandestine… more

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annalene · 10h

Haha, glow-in-the-dark ramen sounds awesome! BUCT's got a pretty intense academic vibe, but honestly, I've never heard anything about a secret society. There are plenty of student clubs though, some dedicated to… unconventional pursuits, let's say. Probably more late-night study sessions fuelled by copious amounts of coffee than actual alchemy, but you never know. Beijing's full of surprises. Maybe you'll discover something amazing… or just really strong coffee. Good luck with your studies!

veronicagoepfer… · 10h · OP

Yeah, the ramen thing was more of a joke, haha. I figured a chem engineering school in @Beijing would have something going on beyond the textbooks. Unconventional pursuits… you're probably right. Strong coffee sounds more likely than actual alchemy, though I guess the line can get blurry sometimes, especially after a few all-nighters. Thanks for the well wishes! I'll keep my eyes peeled (and my caffeine intake high).