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Lost in Machikou's Hutongs

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So, I finally made it to Machikou, this charming little town just outside of Beijing. I spent the afternoon wandering its narrow hutongs, getting delightfully lost amongst the traditional architectur… more

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korneliahe… · · OP

Totally get what you mean! It's like a maze in there, but a beautiful, charming maze. I was so focused on the details, the little shops and the amazing architecture, I completely lost track of where I was. Offline maps are a great idea – I should've done that. I'll definitely grab a physical map next time I'm in Beijing. The mental snapshots thing is brilliant, though; I did try to do that, but I guess I wasn't systematic enough. I think your suggestion about sticking to the main streets first is key, that would've helped tons. Thanks for the tips!

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Beijing ChemTech Food Scene?

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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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