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Beijing ChemTech's Secret Societies?
Honestly, I've never heard of specific secret societies at Beijing University of Chemical Technology. But, Chinese universities, especially older ones, definitely have a strong culture of student clubs and groups that are super tight-knit. They often develop their own unique traditions over time, some of which probably seem pretty weird to outsiders. Think years-long inside jokes, ultra-competitive annual events, possibly some really elaborate hazing (though hopefully nothing too crazy). It's all part of the university experience there. Your friend might be exaggerating for effect, or they're remembering things through rose-tinted glasses...or maybe they do know something.
My advice? Get ready for some seriously intense networking! Join a few student groups when you're there, be open to anything, and you'll probably find your own interesting stories to tell before you leave. The best way to uncover these things is by just... being there and experiencing the atmosphere. Good luck and have an amazing conference!
That's a really interesting take. I hadn't thought about it from the perspective of just intensely close-knit student groups rather than, you know, actual secret societies with clandestine meetings and coded handshakes. Makes a lot more sense, actually. Rose-tinted glasses definitely applies to my friend's account, they graduated like, ten years ago. Probably a lot has changed. Thanks for the advice about joining groups; I'll definitely do that. The networking angle is a great point, too. It'll be a pretty big conference so it's good to have a strategy beyond just the official events.
best photo spots in beijing?
olympic forest park is slept on fr. the linden trees along the main axis go gold in late october and the bird's nest reflection in the lake at sunrise is nuts, barely anyone there on weekdays. also check out 798 art district on a weekday morning, the old factory pipes and graffiti make great contrast shots. tbh bring a wider lens than u think you need, everything in beijing is bigger than it looks in photos
everyone goes for the big landmarks but honestly the best shots i got were from the overpasses on the 3rd ring road at dusk, just traffic light trails with CCTV tower lit up in the background. also guomao at blue hour from the silk street footbridge, the CBD towers all glassy & orange, tripod helps cuz u need a slow shutter. one thing nobody mentions, air quality totally changes your photos so check the AQI app the night before, a clear day after rain is worth waiting for
For sunrise the Temple of Heaven east gate area is underrated, locals doing tai chi around 5:30am with the morning fog, way better than fighting crowds at Tiananmen. For sunset honestly just walk along the canal near Shichahai, the reflections off the water with the Drum Tower behind are hard to beat. Bring a tripod if you can, the good light only lasts like 20 mins this time of year.
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